Ghost Immobiliser Review
Consumers are always seeking ways to stop car thefts as they increase. Ghost immobilisers do exactly what it says on the tin.
It's the only 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
Ghost immobilisers, unlike other physical anti-theft measures like wheel locks or steering wheel clamps, are designed to be invisible and hidden. Incorporated into the vehicle's buttons, they provide protection against key hacking, cloning and ECU swapping, and even key theft. Ghost immobilisers stop the engine from running until 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 changed by the driver using an app or buttons on the vehicle. If you forget your pin or an item breaks or you sell your car, you can use an emergency PIN code that's unique to each device to reset the system.
Ghost immobilisers also have the benefit of being undetectable by diagnostic equipment and do not emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves are unable to use sophisticated scanning techniques to detect the security device. 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 might not be Thatcham certified, but they are TASSA-approved. Some insurers will offer lower rates for insurance to vehicles that have an aftermarket immobiliser. They are however recognised as an additional layer of security and could be a way to deter thieves from targeting your car's most prized possessions.
In contrast to factory-fitted immobilisers 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 types of anti-theft technologies and can be paired with vehicles trackers to give you the most complete security for your car package.
MotorGuard can provide you with more information about the brand new Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch. We are the Midlands leading car installation and security specialists. We are able to provide you with a professional and friendly service that will secure your pride and happiness. We offer a no-obligation quote on all our services and products. We are also able to help you choose the best system for your car.
No Key Fobs or LED Signs
Ghost immobilisers are integrated into the wiring of your vehicle, meaning they cannot be removed or overridden. It is also harder to locate or hack because it doesn't use key-fobs or LED indicators.
The device is connected up to your vehicles CAN (Control Area Network) system and it will allow you to enter an individual PIN code push sequence you choose - which can be up to 20 digits long - that must be entered before your Range Rover or Land Rover J will start. It's like the way in which you would enter a pin number on your bank card to protect it. ghost car immobiliser 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 be detected by a thief. It is connected to the CAN bus, which means it is also silent and difficult to detect. This makes it the perfect supplement to your security systems and is particularly useful as it can be used alongside 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 vehicle which is an issue with some other aftermarket security products. This is especially appealing to those who want to keep their car as original as possible when it comes time to sell.
The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is a TASSA approved product and may reduce your insurance costs because it decreases the likelihood of your vehicle being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted specialist in vehicle security and installer. Our installers are well-trained to install this secure and efficient solution for your pride-and-joy. Contact us today 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 allow it to start, communicate with the ECU through the CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable by diagnostic tools, silent and unhackable. 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 developed to provide total protection against theft. It will stop your vehicle being started without having either the unique PIN or the smartphone application that has the ghost app installed on it. This is a incredibly secure level of security that can help protect your vehicle from key cloning, hacking and ECU swapping.
It's secure because it doesn't require any extra components like key fobs or LED indicators. The device makes use of the buttons on your steering wheel and door panels instead to create the sequence that is altered prior to the start of your car. This can be as long as 20 steps and is similar to the PIN code of credit card.
The device is completely concealed, so that thieves are unable to locate it. Additionally, it does not use radio signals and operates on the CAN data network making it totally undetectable to thieves using RF scanners.
A lot of thieves attempt to remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to avoid detection. However this technique is only possible by professionals with access to specialist equipment. Ghost immobilisers protect your car from various types of vehicle thefts.
It is also able to be linked to an iPhone or an iPhone, which you'll need if you wish to start your car while it is in a garage at home or at work. This allows you to enter and drive without having to enter PIN codes as the app will detect your phone if it is within close proximity. This feature is available on all models of the Autowatch Ghost and can be paired with any smartphone you'd like.
Service Mode
The Autowatch Ghost 2 Immobiliser System is a discrete silent, quiet and next-generation device that safeguards your vehicle like no other. It is undetectable by thieves and is impossible to start without a PIN code or app authorisation. It also prevents key cloning, signal jamming & device spoofing that are commonly employed to circumvent the standard car immobilisers.
The Ghost is a unit which is hidden within the wiring harness that is behind your dash. The unit connects to your vehicle's CAN data networks and communicates with the engine control units to make it impossible to start the vehicle without the proper sequence. The device is weatherproof and small, making it virtually unnoticeable to thieves. It can be hidden in the dash, beneath the steering wheel, or else on the vehicle.
Our installation process is fast and easy with most installs taking around two hours. We provide a complete demonstration of how the Ghost functions and hand over the owner's manual, installation certification, the emergency card, and make sure you are happy with the product prior to leaving.
We are the only company to have this certification in Ireland. You can rest assured that you will receive a top-quality installation from a professional firm.
The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a wide range of vehicles. It can also be fitted to motorbikes, motorhomes and caravans and ride-on lawn mowers. If there is an energy source, it can be equipped with an immobiliser.
The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like pin codes) using the buttons on the original key fob that came with your vehicle. This sequence must be entered prior to you can start your engine. This can be up to 20 actions, and it can be changed by the driver at anytime. This is a far safer method of security than using a key fob by itself since it guarantees that nobody else will be able to drive your vehicle. This prevents thieves from 'hacking the system' to gain access to the key code or information sent to the ECU of the vehicle through it.