Ghost Immobiliser Review
Consumers are always seeking ways to stop car thefts as they increase. The ghost immobiliser is an innovative new device that can do just that.
It's the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that protects against key hacking or cloning and also stops thieves from driving off with your vehicle.
No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals
In contrast to other physical anti-theft devices like wheel locks or steering wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers have been designed to be covert and unnoticeable. They are built into car buttons and offer protection against key cloning. A ghost immobiliser prevents the engine from starting until you enter a specific PIN code in conjunction with your key fob. This PIN code is up to 20 presses long and can be modified by the driver through an app or buttons on the vehicle. If you forget your pin, or an item breaks, or if you sell your car, you can use an emergency PIN that is unique to each device to reset the system.
As an added bonus Ghost immobilisers aren't detected by diagnostic tools. They don't emit any radio frequency signals, so thieves aren't able to utilize sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of security devices. They also utilize the CAN data network, which requires no wire cutting upon installation and is more quiet than other immobilisers.
Ghost immobilisers aren't Thatcham approved, but they are TASSA-approved. Certain insurers offer lower insurance rates to vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser. However, they are regarded as an additional security layer that can deter thieves.
Unlike factory-fitted immobilisers, the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a variety of vehicles, including motorhomes electric cars, vans and ride-on lawnmowers. This means that it is more adaptable than other anti-theft devices and can be paired with vehicle trackers to give you the most complete security for your car package.
MotorGuard can provide you with more details about the brand new Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch. We are Midlands most trusted car security experts and installers. We offer an efficient and friendly service to help you secure your pride and joy. We also offer a free no obligation quote on all of our products and services and can help you choose the best system for your car.
No key fobs or LED indicators.
Ghost immobilisers are incorporated into the wiring of your vehicle, which means they are not able to be removed or overridden. It is also more difficult to locate or hack because it doesn't use key-fobs or LED indicators.
The device connects to the CAN (Control Area Network) and allows you to select a unique PIN push sequence of up to 20 digits which will start your Range Rover or Land Rover J. This is like the way in which you would enter a pin code into your bank card to secure it. It is not affected by cloning, or ECU swapping that would normally disable the factory immobiliser.
It is small and weatherproof, making it nearly impossible to spot by thieves. It also connects to the CAN data bus and so it operates silently, again making it difficult to spot. This makes it a great addition to your security system and is particularly useful since it can be used in conjunction with other Autowatch technologies, for instance the Ghost Bluetooth tag. The tag lets you start your vehicle without entering your PIN or the Ghost app.
The ghost immobiliser also has the advantage of not leaving visible marks inside your vehicle. This can be a problem 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 for reselling.
The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is a TASSA approved product and may reduce your insurance costs as it lowers the risk of your vehicle being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands most trusted security expert for vehicles and installer. Our trained installers are ready to install this secluded and effective security solution for your car's security. Contact us now to discuss your requirements or make an appointment with our workshop in Coventry.
Simple PIN Code Change Process
Ghost immobilisers are different from key fobs, which use a code in order to unlock the ECU of your vehicle and start it by communicating with the ECU through the CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable, quiet and inaccessible to diagnostic tools. These systems can be fitted to various vehicles, including trucks and motorhomes and plant machinery.
Our Autowatch Ghost system was designed to offer complete protection against theft. It stops your vehicle from starting without a unique PIN code or the smartphone application with the Ghost app installed. This is a incredibly high-security level that will help to secure your vehicle from hacking, key cloning and ECU swapping.
The reason it's so secure is because there is no need to add additional components such as key fobs, LED indicators or remotes. Instead, the device uses your buttons already on the steering wheel and door panels to create an adjustable sequence that needs to be entered before your vehicle can begin. This could be as long as 20 actions and works similarly to the PIN code on credit cards.
The device is completely hidden, meaning that thieves cannot find it. It also doesn't use radio waves and operates on the CAN network, making it totally invisible to thieves who employ scanners that scan RF.
A lot of car thieves try to remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to avoid detection, however, this method is only attainable by experts who have access to the right equipment. The ghost immobiliser can protect your vehicle from a variety of types of vehicle thefts.
Additionally, it can be linked to an iPhone which you'll require if need to start your engine while your car is parked at home or work. The app will detect the phone and allow you to drive without needing a PIN. This feature is available for any version of Autowatch Ghost, and you can connect as many smartphones to it as you like.
Service Mode
The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser system is a discreet and silent device that safeguards your vehicle like no other. It is impossible to start your vehicle without a PIN number, or an app authorisation. It prevents signal jamming, device spoofing and key cloning that are commonly used techniques to bypass standard immobilisers.
The Ghost is a device which is hidden within the wiring harness that is behind your dash. The unit then connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle and communicates with the engine control units, making it impossible to start your vehicle without the proper sequence. The device is tiny and weatherproof, making it invisible to thieves. It can be concealed in the dash panel, under the steering wheel, or anywhere else on the vehicle.
ghost 2 immobiliser cost is quick and easy with most installs taking around two hours. We give a full detailed demonstration of how the Ghost functions and hand over the owner's manual, installation certification, and the emergency card and make sure you are completely satisfied with the product prior to leaving.
We are a recognized installer for Ghost and is the only company in Ireland that has this accreditation. You can rest assured that you will receive a top-quality installation from a professional company.
The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a wide range of vehicles. It can be added to motorbikes, motorhomes and caravans and ride-on lawnmowers. Immobilisers can be fitted to any vehicle as long as it has a power source.
The Ghost Immobiliser uses the buttons on the original key fob to create an unintentional disarm sequence (like a PIN code) that must be entered before the engine can start. The driver can change the sequence at any time. It can be comprised of up to 20 different actions. This is a much more secure method of security than using the key fob alone, as it means nobody else is able to drive your vehicle. It also prevents thiefs from 'hacking' the system to gain access to your key code or information that is transmitted to the vehicle's ECU from it.