Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always trying to find ways to prevent car thefts as they increase. Ghost immobilisers do exactly that.

It's the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, which protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking or keyless entry and even keeps thieves from taking your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals

Ghost immobilisers, in contrast to other physical measures to prevent theft, such as steering wheel locks or wheel clamps are designed to be invisible and hidden. They are integrated into the vehicle buttons and provide protection against key copying. Ghost immobilisers prevent the engine from starting unless you enter a chosen PIN code in conjunction with your key fob. The PIN code can be up to 20 presses long, and can be altered by the driver via an app or buttons on the vehicle. If you forget your pin, or an item breaks or you decide to sell your car, you can use an emergency PIN that is unique to each device to reset the system.

Ghost immobilisers also have the benefit of not being detected by diagnostic equipment and don't emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves cannot use sophisticated scanning technology to detect a security device. They also utilize CAN data network, which doesn't require cutting wires for installation and is more quiet.

Although ghost immobilisers aren't Thatcham approved, they are TASSA approved and some insurance companies offer lower rates on insurance for vehicles that have an aftermarket immobiliser fitted. They are however recognised as an extra layer of security and are able to deter thieves from attacking your car's most prized possessions.

Unlike factory-fitted immobilisers, the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a range of vehicles including motorhomes, vans, electric cars and ride-on lawnmowers. This makes it far more adaptable than other anti-theft technologies and can be used in conjunction with vehicle trackers to give you the most complete security for your car package.

If you would like to know more about the benefits of securing your car with the new Ghost immobiliser by Autowatch and Autowatch, then contact us at MotorGuard. We are the Midlands most trusted car installation and security specialists. We can provide you with a prompt, helpful service that will secure your pride and happiness. We offer a no-obligation quote on all of our products and services. We can also help you select the right system for your vehicle.

No key fobs or LED indicators

Ghost immobilisers are integrated into the wiring of your vehicle, so they cannot be removed or removed or bypassed. Moreover, because it does not use LED indications or key-fobs it is more difficult to locate and hack than a standard factory fitted immobiliser.

The device connects to your vehicle's CAN (Control Area Network), enabling you to choose a unique PIN push sequence of up to 20 digits which is required to start your Range Rover or odontalia.es Land Rover J. 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 that would normally disable the factory immobiliser.

It is tiny and weatherproof, which makes it nearly impossible to spot by a thief. It communicates with the CAN bus, which means it is quiet and hard to spot. This makes it a fantastic addition to your security system. It is particularly useful since it can be used in conjunction with other Autowatch technologies, such as the Ghost Bluetooth tag. The tag lets you start your car 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 is an issue with other security products sold on the market. This is particularly attractive to those who want to keep their pride and joy as authentic as they can for reselling.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is a approved by TASSA, can reduce your insurance rates as 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 fit this discreet and efficient security solution to your car's security. You can contact us now to discuss your needs or make an appointment at our workshop in Coventry.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

Ghost immobilisers, unlike key fobs that require a code to unlock the ECU of your car and start it to communicate with the ECU via the CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable, silent and unhackable by diagnostic tools. Furthermore, the technology in these systems ensures that they are able to be fitted to a wide range of vehicles such as trucks, motorhomes, and plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system has been developed to provide complete protection against theft. It blocks your vehicle from starting without either the unique PIN code or smartphone application with the Ghost app installed. This is a incredibly high level of security that can help protect your vehicle from hacking, key cloning and ECU swapping.

It is safe because it does not require any additional components like key fobs or LED indicators. Instead, the device utilizes your existing buttons on the steering wheel and door panels to create an alterable sequence that has to be entered before your vehicle can begin. This could be up to 20 actions long and functions similarly to a PIN number on your credit card.

Additionally it is completely hidden and will not give away the location of the device to thief. Furthermore, it doesn't use radio signals and operates on the CAN data network, which makes it totally undetectable to thieves using RF scanning devices.

A lot of thieves attempt to remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to hide it, however this technique is only attainable by professionals who have access to specialised equipment. This is why the ghost immobiliser is so effective and can be utilized to safeguard your vehicle from various kinds of vehicle thefts.

In addition, it could also be paired with an iPhone which you'll need to have if you need to start your engine when your car is in a garage at work or at home. This allows you to get in and drive without having to enter a PIN code as the app will detect your phone if it is within close proximity. This feature is available on any version of the Autowatch Ghost and can be used with as many smartphones as you'd like.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 Immobiliser System is a subtle, silent and next generation device that safeguards your vehicle unlike any other. It is undetectable by thieves & impossible to start without a PIN code or app authorization. It also prevents key signal jamming, cloning and device spoofing that are commonly used to get around the standard car immobilisers.

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

Installation is fast and painless Installation is quick and easy, taking only two hours. We give a full detailed demonstration of how the Ghost operates and then hand over the owner's manual, installation certification, and the emergency card and ensure that you are satisfied with the product before leaving.

We are a reputable installer for Ghost and is the only company in Ireland with this certification. You can be sure that you will receive a quality installation from a professional company.

The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a wide range of vehicles. It can also be fitted to motorhomes, caravans, motorbikes and ride-on lawnmowers. If there is an electrical source, it is possible to have an immobiliser fitted.

The ghost immobiliser fitting Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like pin codes) using the buttons on the original key fob in your vehicle. This sequence must be entered before you start the engine. This can be up to 20 steps and can be changed by the driver at anytime. This is a much safer method of security than using the key fob alone because it ensures that nobody else is able to operate your vehicle. It also deters thieves from attempting to gain access to your key code, or the information sent to the vehicle's ECU from it.