Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always trying to find ways to prevent car theft, which is on the rise. Ghost immobilisers do exactly what it says on the tin.

It's the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser on the market that is protected against key hacking or key cloning and stops thieves from driving off with your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals

Contrary to other devices for physical protection against theft like wheel locks for steering wheels and wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers are made to be concealed and unnoticeable. They are integrated into the car buttons and offer protection against key copying. Ghost immobilisers will stop the engine from running until you enter a PIN number along with your key fob. This code can be as long as 20 presses long, and is changed by the driver using an app or on the buttons of the vehicle. If you forget your pin, a button fails or you sell your vehicle there's an emergency pin code that is unique to each device that can be used to reset the system.

Additionally Ghost immobilisers aren't detected by diagnostic tools. They don't emit radio frequency signals, which means that thieves aren't able to utilize sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of a security device. They also use CAN data network, which does not require cutting wires during installation and is quieter.

Although ghost immobilisers aren't Thatcham approved but they are TASSA approved and some insurance companies offer lower rates on insurance for vehicles that have an aftermarket immobiliser. However, they are regarded as an additional layer of security that can deter thieves.

Autowatch Ghost is unlike factory-fitted immobilisers as it can be used with a wide range of vehicles such as vans and motorhomes. It also works with electric cars, ride-on lawnmowers, and even motorhomes. This makes it more flexible than other anti-theft devices and it can be used in conjunction with vehicle trackers to provide the most comprehensive car stolen with ghost immobiliser security solution.

MotorGuard will provide you with more details about the brand new Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch. We are the Midlands' leading car installation and security specialists. We can provide you with a professional, helpful service that will secure your pride and happiness. We provide a no-obligation estimate on all of our products and services. We can also help you choose the best system for your vehicle.

No Key Fobs or LED Signs

Ghost immobilisers are incorporated into the wiring of your vehicle, meaning they are not able to be removed or bypassed. Furthermore, since it doesn't use keys or LEDs, it is more difficult to find and hack than a standard factory-installed immobiliser.

The device is connected up to your vehicles CAN (Control Area Network) system and creating an individual PIN code push sequence you choose - which can be up to 20 digits in length - that must be entered before your Range Rover or Land Rover J will start. It's like the way you enter a pin code into your bank card to protect it. It is also not affected by the process of cloning or ECU swapping which can disable your factory immobiliser.

As it uses your vehicles existing buttons it is weatherproof and incredibly small which makes it virtually impossible for thieves to recognize. It is connected to the CAN bus, so it is quiet and hard to spot. This makes it the perfect complement to your security systems. It is particularly useful as it can be used with other Autowatch technologies, such as the Ghost Bluetooth tag, which allows you to start your car without the need to enter your PIN or use the ghost app.

The ghost immobiliser also has the advantage of not leaving visible marks in your vehicle. This could be an issue with other security products that are sold aftermarket. This is particularly appealing to those who wish to keep their pride and joy as original as possible to sell.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser, which is a approved by TASSA, can reduce your insurance rates as it reduces your chances of your car being robbed. It is available for purchase from MotorGuard which is the Midlands' leading security expert for vehicles and installer. Our highly trained installers are ready to install this secluded and effective security solution for your vehicle's pride and joy. Contact us now to discuss your needs or to make an appointment at our Coventry workshop.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

In contrast to key fobs, which use a code to unlock the ECU and start your vehicle, ghost immobilisers communicate with the car's ECU through its own CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable, silent and are not hacked by diagnostic tools. Furthermore, the technology in these systems ensures that they are able to be incorporated into a broad variety of vehicles, including trucks, motorhomes and plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system was created to offer complete security against theft. It prevents your vehicle from being started without either the unique PIN code or smartphone app that has the audi rs4 ghost installer (please click the following webpage) app installed. This is an incredibly high level of security that will protect your vehicle from key copying. Hacking and ECU Swapping.

The reason it is so secure is that there is no requirement to add additional components like key fobs or LED indicators, or remotes. Instead, it uses your existing buttons on your steering wheel and door panels to create an adjustable sequence that needs to be entered prior to the time your car can begin. It can take as long as 20 steps and functions similarly to the PIN code of credit card.

Additionally the device is concealed and won't give away the location of the device to thieves. It also doesn't use radio waves and is based on the CAN network, which makes it totally invisible to thieves who use RF scanning devices.

Many car thieves try to remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to hide it, however this can only be carried out by professionals who have access to the right equipment. Ghost immobilisers protect your car from various types of vehicle thefts.

It is also able to be linked with an iPhone, which you will require if you plan to start your car once it is in a garage at home or at work. This allows you to access your car and drive without needing a PIN code as the app will detect your phone when it is within the vicinity of. This feature is available on any version of the Autowatch Ghost and can be used with any smartphone you like.

Service Mode

The autowatch ghost immobiliser cost Ghost 2 Immobiliser System is a subtle, silent and next generation device that will protect your vehicle unlike any other. It is impossible to start your vehicle without the PIN number, or an app authorisation. It also prevents key signal jamming, cloning and device spoofing which are commonly used techniques to bypass traditional car immobilisers.

The Ghost is a unit that is 'hidden' in the wiring harness in your dash. The unit connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle and communicates with the engine control units, making it impossible to start the vehicle without following the correct sequence. The device is weatherproof and tiny making it almost invisible to thieves. It can be hidden within the dash, beneath the steering wheel, or else on the vehicle.

The installation process is quick and easy with most installations taking about two hours. We provide a thorough demonstration of how to install a ghost immobiliser the Ghost operates and then hand over the owner's manuals, installation certification, and the emergency card, and make sure you are happy with the product before you leave.

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

The Autowatch Ghost is compatible with a large range of vehicles. It can be added to motorbikes, motorhomes, caravans & ride on lawn mowers. Immobilisers can be fitted to any vehicle so long as it is powered by a power source.

The Ghost Immobiliser uses the buttons on your vehicle's original key fob to generate an encrypted sequence to disarm (like a PIN code) that needs to be entered before the engine can be started. It can take up to 20 actions and can be altered by the driver at any time. This is a much more secure method of security than using the key fob alone, as it means no one else can drive your vehicle. It also stops thieves from attempting to gain access to your key code or the information sent to the vehicle's ECU from it.