Ghost Immobiliser Review

As car theft rises and the number of car theft victims increases, people are always looking for a way to prevent it. The ghost immobiliser is an innovative device that does just that.

It's the only aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser in the world that guards against key cloning or hacking and prevents thieves from stealing your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals

Ghost immobilisers, unlike other physical measures to prevent theft, such as wheel locks or steering wheel clamps, are designed to be invisible and concealed. They are integrated into the car buttons and offer protection against key cloning. Ghost immobilisers will stop the engine from running until you input a PIN code together with your key fob. The PIN code can be as long as 20 presses long, and is alterable by the driver through an app or by the vehicle's buttons. If you forget your pin, or the button is damaged or you sell your car or sell it, you can use an emergency PIN that is unique to each device to reset the system.

As an added bonus, ghost immobilisers are undetectable by diagnostic tools and don't emit any radio frequency signals, so thieves can't use sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of security devices. They also utilize the CAN data network which does not require wire cutting after installation and is quieter than other immobilisers.

Although ghost immobilisers may not be Thatcham approved however they are TASSA approved and some insurance companies offer reduced insurance rates for vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser. They are nevertheless recognized as an additional layer of security and are able to deter thieves from attacking your vehicle of choice.

Autowatch Ghost is unlike factory-fitted immobilisers because it is compatible with a range of vehicles, including motorhomes and vans. It also works with electric cars, ride-on lawnmowers, and motorhomes. This makes it more flexible than other anti-theft systems and is able to be combined with vehicle trackers to provide the best car security package.

If you would like to know more about the benefits of securing your car with the new Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch and Autowatch, then contact us at MotorGuard. We are Midlands most trusted car security experts and installers. We can provide an efficient and friendly service to help you secure your car's pride and joy. We also provide a no-cost, no-obligation quote on all of our products and services and can assist you in choosing the right system to suit your vehicle.

No Key Fobs or LED Signs

As opposed to a lock for the wheel or other anti-theft devices that are physically installed, the ghost immobiliser is incorporated into your vehicle's wiring so it cannot be removed or overridden. It is also harder to find or hack since it doesn't use key-fobs or LED indicators.

The device functions by connecting up to your vehicles CAN (Control Area Network) system and it will allow you to enter the creation of a unique PIN code push sequence that you select - which could be up to 20 digits long - that must be entered prior to when your Range Rover or Land Rover J will begin. This is similar to how you would enter the pin code to secure your bank card. It is not affected by cloning, or ECU swapping, which can disable the factory immobiliser.

It is tiny and weatherproof, which makes it nearly impossible to be detected by a burglar. It is connected to the CAN bus, which means it is quiet and difficult to detect. This makes it an excellent addition to your security system and is particularly useful since it can be utilized with other Autowatch technologies, for instance the Ghost Bluetooth tag. The tag allows you to start your vehicle without entering your PIN code or tracker the Ghost app.

Another benefit of the ghost immobiliser is that it does not leave visible marks on the interior of your vehicle, which can be an issue with some other security products that are sold aftermarket. This is especially appealing to those who want to keep their pride and joy as authentic as is possible for reselling.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser, a approved by TASSA, can reduce the cost of insurance because it decreases the chance of your car being robbed. It is available to order from MotorGuard, the Midlands the most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. Our trained installers are ready to install this secluded and effective security solution for your car's security. Contact us today to discuss any needs or to make an appointment in our Coventry workshop.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

Contrary to key fobs that utilize an unlock code to open the ECU and start your vehicle ghost immobilisers connect to the vehicle's ECU through its own CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable by diagnostic tools, quiet, and unhackable. They can be fitted to many different vehicles including motorhomes and trucks and plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system has been developed to provide complete protection against theft. It will stop your vehicle from being started until you have either the unique PIN or smartphone application with the ghost application installed on it. This is an extremely high-security level that can help protect your vehicle from key cloning, hacking and ECU swapping.

It is so safe because it does not require any additional components such as key fobs or LED indicators. Instead, the device utilizes your buttons already on the steering wheel and door panels to generate a changeable sequence that must be entered before the vehicle can start. This can be as long as 20 steps and functions similarly to the PIN code on a 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 tracker operates on the CAN data network making it totally undetectable to thieves using RF scanning devices.

Many car thieves try to remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to avoid detection. However this technique is only attainable by professionals who have access to the right equipment. The ghost immobiliser can protect your pride against many different kinds of vehicle thefts.

It can also be connected to an iPhone and you will need if you wish to start your car when it is parked at work or home. The app will recognize the phone and permit you to drive without needing a PIN code. This functionality is available for any model of Autowatch Ghost, and you can connect as many smartphones to it as you'd like.

Service Mode

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

The Ghost is a device which is hidden within the wiring harness that is behind your dashboard. The unit connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle and communicates with engine control units that make it impossible to start your car without the proper sequence. The device is weatherproof and tiny making it almost invisible to thieves. It can be concealed under a dash panel or under the steering wheel or any other area of the vehicle.

The installation process is quick and easy with most installs taking around two hours. We show you how the Ghost functions in detail and give you the owner's manuals and installation certification. We also supply the emergency card.

We are a recognized installer for Ghost and is the only company in Ireland that is accredited with this level of accreditation. You can be sure 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 installed on motorhomes and caravans, motorbikes and ride-on lawn mowers. Immobilisers can be added to any vehicle, as long as it is powered by an energy source.

The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like a pin code) using the buttons on the original key fob in your vehicle. This sequence must be entered prior to you can start the engine. It can take up to 20 steps and can be altered by the driver at anytime. This is a more secure method of security compared to using a key fob, as no one else will be able drive your car. It also stops thieves from hacking the system to gain access to your key code or information that is transmitted to the vehicle's ECU from it.