Ghost Immobiliser Review
As car theft increases consumers are constantly searching for a way to prevent it. Ghost immobilisers do exactly what it says on the tin.
It’s the only aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser that guards against key cloning or hacking and also stops thieves from stealing your vehicle.
No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals
In contrast to other physical anti-theft devices like wheel locks for steering wheels and wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers have been made to be concealed and inaccessible. They are built into buttons of the vehicle and protect against key copying. Ghost immobilisers stop the engine from starting unless you enter a chosen PIN code in conjunction with your key fob. This PIN code is up to 20 presses long and is altered by the driver via an app or buttons on the vehicle. If you lose your pin, a button breaks or you sell your car There’s an emergency PIN code that is unique to each device that can be used to reset the system.
Additionally Ghost immobilisers are not detected by diagnostic tools and don’t emit radio frequency signals so thieves can’t utilize sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of an immobiliser. They also make use of the CAN data network that does not require wire cutting after installation and is quieter than other immobilisers.
Ghost immobilisers may not be Thatcham approved but they are TASSA-approved. Certain insurers will offer lower rates for insurance to vehicles that have an aftermarket immobiliser. However, they are regarded as an additional security layer that can deter thieves.
Autowatch Ghost is unlike factory-fitted immobilisers as it can be used with a wide range of vehicles, including motorhomes and vans. It can also be used with electric cars, ride-on lawnmowers, and motorhomes too. This means it is much more versatile than other anti-theft devices and can be paired with vehicle trackers to provide the most complete car security package.
MotorGuard can provide you with more details on the new Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch. We are Midlands the most reputable car security experts and installers. We can provide an efficient and friendly service to help you secure your car’s pride and joy. We provide a no-obligation estimate on all of our products and services. We can also assist you choose the best security system for your car.
No Key Fobs or LED Signs
Ghost immobilisers are incorporated into the wiring of your vehicle, so they cannot be removed or bypassed. Additionally, since it doesn’t use LED indications or key-fobs it is far more difficult to locate and hack than a standard factory-installed immobiliser.
The device works by linking up to your vehicles CAN (Control Area Network) system and creating a unique PIN code push sequence that you select – which could be as long as 20 digits long. This must be entered prior to when your Range Rover or Land Rover J will start. This is like how you enter the pin code to secure your bank card. It is not affected by the process of cloning or ECU swapping, which would normally disable your factory immobiliser.
Since it is based on your vehicle’s existing buttons it is weatherproof and tiny and compact, making it nearly impossible for thieves to recognize. It communicates with CAN bus, so it is silent and thekeylab.co.uk hard to spot. This makes the device the perfect complement to your security systems and is especially useful because it can be used with other Autowatch technologies like the Ghost Bluetooth tag, which allows you to start your car without having to enter your PIN or the ghost app.
Another benefit of the ghost immobiliser is that it does not leave any visible marks on the interior of your car which could be an issue with some other security products that are sold aftermarket. This is especially attractive for those who wish to keep their car as authentic as they can when it comes to selling.
The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is an TASSA approved product and may reduce your insurance costs as it reduces the chance of your vehicle being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. Our installers are trained to install this discreet and effective solution for your joy and pride. 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 utilize a code to unlock the ECU and then start your car ghost immobilisers connect to the vehicle’s ECU through its own CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable, quiet and inaccessible to diagnostic tools. Furthermore, the technology in these systems ensures that they are able to be installed to a diverse variety of vehicles, including trucks, motorhomes, and plant machinery.
Our Autowatch Ghost system was designed to protect you completely from theft. It stops your vehicle from being started without the PIN code or smartphone app with the Ghost app installed. This is a incredibly high-security level that will help to safeguard your vehicle from hacking, key cloning and ECU swapping.
The reason why it is so secure is because there is no need to add additional components like key fobs, LED indicators or a remote. Instead, it uses your existing buttons on your steering wheel and door panels to create a changeable sequence that must be entered prior to the time your car will start. It can be as long as 20 steps long and is similar in function to a PIN number on your credit card.
The device is completely hidden, so that thieves are unable to locate it. It also doesn’t make use of radio waves and works on the CAN network, which makes it completely inaccessible to thieves using scanners that scan RF.
A lot of thieves attempt to remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to avoid detection, however this is only possible by professionals with access to the right equipment. This is the reason why the ghost immobiliser is efficient and can be used to protect your pride and joy against various kinds of vehicle thefts.
It can also be paired with an iPhone and you will require if you plan to start your car when it is in a garage at home or at work. This lets you get in and drive without needing PIN codes as the app can detect your phone when it’s within the vicinity of. This feature is available on any version of the Autowatch Ghost and can be connected to as many smartphones as you’d like.
Service Mode
The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser 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 blocks signal jamming, device spoofing and key cloning which are commonly used techniques to bypass the standard immobilisers.
The Ghost is a unit which is hidden within 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 your car without the correct sequence. The device is weatherproof and tiny making it virtually unnoticeable to thieves. It can be concealed in a dash panel, underneath the steering wheel or in any area of the vehicle.
Installation is fast and painless, with most installations taking just two hours. We show you how the Ghost functions in detail and provide the owner’s manuals as well as Installation certification. We also give you an emergency card.
We are a reputable installer for Ghost and is the only company in Ireland that is accredited with this level of accreditation. You can be assured that you will receive a high-quality installation from a professional company.
The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a variety of vehicles. It can also be fitted to motorbikes, motorhomes and caravans and ride-on lawn mowers. If there is a power source it can be fitted with an immobiliser.
The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like a pin code) using the buttons on the original key fob that came with your vehicle. This sequence must be entered before you start the engine. The driver is able to alter the sequence at any time. It can include up to 20 different actions. This is a better method of security than using a key fob, because nobody else will be able to drive your vehicle. This prevents thieves from ‘hacking the system’ to gain access to the key code or any information transmitted to the ECU of the vehicle through it.