Ghost Immobiliser Review

As the number of car thefts increases consumers are constantly searching for a way to prevent it. The ghost immobiliser is an innovative device that is able to do exactly that.

It's the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, which protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking or keyless entry. It also stops thieves driving away with your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals

Contrary to other devices for physical protection against theft like steering wheel locks and wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers are designed to be hidden and inaccessible. They are integrated into the car buttons and offer protection against key copying. Ghost immobilisers prevent the engine from starting unless you enter a pre-determined PIN code in conjunction with your key fob. The PIN code can be up to 20 presses long and is modified by the driver through an app or buttons on the vehicle. If you forget your pin, or an item breaks or you decide to sell your car or sell it, you can use an emergency PIN code that is unique to each device to reset the system.

Additionally, ghost immobilisers are undetectable by diagnostic tools and do not emit any radio frequency signals, which means that thieves aren't able to utilize sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of an immobiliser. They also utilize CAN data network, which does not require cutting wires for installation and is more quiet.

Although ghost immobilisers aren't Thatcham approved however they are TASSA approved and some insurance companies offer lower rates on insurance for vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser. They are nevertheless recognized as an additional layer of security and could be a way to deter thieves from attacking your vehicle of choice.

In contrast to factory-fitted immobilisers Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a range of vehicles including motorhomes, vans, electric cars and ride-on lawnmowers. This means it is much more versatile than other types of anti-theft technology and can be paired with vehicles trackers to give you the most complete security for your car package.

MotorGuard can provide you with more details on the new Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch. We are Midlands' leading car security experts and installers. We offer an efficient and friendly service to help you secure your car's pride and joy. We provide a no-obligation estimate on all our services and products. We are also able to help you choose the best system for your vehicle.

No Key Fobs or LED Indications

As opposed to a lock for the wheel or other devices that are physical to prevent theft, a ghost immobilisers are integrated into the wiring of your vehicle which means it can't be removed or bypassed. It is also harder to hack or locate because it doesn't use key-fobs or LED indicators.

The device is connected to your vehicle's CAN (Control Area Network) system and creating an individual PIN code push sequence you choose - which can be up to 20 digits long. This must be entered prior to when your Range Rover or Land Rover J will begin. This is similar to the method you enter a pin number on your bank card to secure it. It's also not affected by the process of cloning, or ECU swapping, which would normally disable the factory immobiliser.

As it uses your vehicles existing buttons, it is weatherproof and extremely small which makes it virtually impossible for thieves to detect. It communicates with the CAN bus, so it is silent and hard to spot. This makes the device the perfect complement to your security system and is particularly useful as it can be used in conjunction with other Autowatch technologies like the Ghost Bluetooth tag, which allows you to start your vehicle without having to enter your PIN or the ghost app.

Another benefit of the ghost immobiliser is that it will not leave any visible marks on the interior of your vehicle which could be an issue with other aftermarket security products. This is especially appealing to those who want to keep their car as original as possible when it comes to selling.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser, which is a approved by TASSA, can reduce the cost of insurance because it reduces your chances of your car being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. Our trained installers are ready to install this secluded and effective security solution for your vehicle's pride and joy. Contact us today to discuss any requirements or to schedule an appointment at our Coventry workshop.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

In contrast to key fobs, which use an unlock code to open the ECU and then start your car Ghost 2 Immobiliser Fitting Near Me immobilisers connect to the car's ECU through its own CAN data network. This makes them undetectable by diagnostic tools, inaudible and invulnerable to hack. Furthermore, the technology in these systems ensures that they are able to be installed to a diverse range of vehicles such as trucks, motorhomes and Ghost 2 Immobiliser Fitting Near Me plant machinery.

Our Autowatch ghost immobiliser cost system was designed to offer complete protection against theft. It blocks your vehicle from being started without either the unique PIN code or the smartphone app with the Ghost app installed. This is a high-security feature that protects your vehicle against key duplicates. Hacking and ECU Swapping.

It is so secure as it does not require any extra elements like key fobs or LED indicators. The device utilizes the buttons on your door panels and steering wheel instead to create a sequence that can be altered prior to the start of your car. This could be up to 20 times long and functions similarly to the PIN code of a credit card.

The device is also concealed, so that thieves cannot find it. It also doesn't use radio waves and operates on the CAN network, making it totally inaccessible to thieves using scanners with RF.

Many car thieves try to remove the chip CAN or replace it in the ECU to be able to avoid detection. But, this method is only possible for professionals who have access to the right tools. This is the reason why the ghost immobiliser is effective and can be utilized to protect your vehicle from many different kinds of vehicle thefts.

Additionally, it can also be paired with an iPhone that you will need to have if you are planning to start the engine of your vehicle when it is in a garage at work or at home. This allows you to get in and drive without the need for a PIN code as the app will recognize your phone if it is within the vicinity of. This functionality is available on any model of the Autowatch Ghost and can be paired with as many smartphones as you like.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 Immobiliser System is a discreet silent, quiet and next-generation device that protects your vehicle unlike any other. It is undetectable by thieves and it is impossible to start the vehicle without your PIN code or app authorization. It stops signal jamming, device spoofing and key cloning which are common techniques used to bypass the standard immobilisers.

The Ghost is a hidden device that is hidden within the wiring harness behind your dashboard. The unit then connects to your vehicle's CAN data network and communicates with the engine control units to make it impossible to start your vehicle without following the correct sequence. The device is small and weatherproof, which makes it invisible to thieves. It can be hidden under a dash or underneath the steering wheel or any other area of the vehicle.

The installation process is quick & hassle free with most installations taking about two hours. We will show you how the Ghost works in depth and provide the owner manuals and Installation certification. We also provide the emergency card.

We are the only company with this level of accreditation in Ireland. This means that you can be certain that you will receive a expert and high-quality installation.

The Autowatch Ghost is compatible with a large range of vehicles. It can be fitted to motorhomes and caravans, motorbikes and ride-on lawnmowers. Immobilisers can be fitted to any vehicle so long as it has a power source.

The Ghost Immobiliser uses the buttons on your car's original key fob to generate an unintentional disarm sequence (like a PIN code) which must be entered before the engine can start. This can be up to 20 actions and can be changed by the driver at anytime. This is a much more secure method of security than using the key fob alone, as it means no one else can operate your vehicle. This stops thieves from hacking the system' to gain access to the key code or other information transmitted to the ECU of the vehicle from it.