Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always looking for ways to prevent 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 cloning or hacking and prevents thieves from taking your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals

Ghost immobilisers, unlike other physical measures to prevent theft, such as steering wheel locks or wheel clamps, are designed to be invisible and covert. They are integrated into the buttons of your vehicle they protect against key hacking, cloning and ECU swapping, and even key theft. A ghost immobiliser prevents the engine from running until you enter a specific PIN code in conjunction with your key fob. The PIN code can be 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 vehicle, there's an emergency PIN code specific to every device that can be used to reset the system.

Ghost immobilisers have the added benefit of being unnoticeable by diagnostic equipment and do not emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves are unable to employ sophisticated scanning techniques to detect a security device. They also make use of CAN data network, which doesn't require cutting wires for installation and is more quiet.

Although ghost immobilisers are not Thatcham approved, they are TASSA approved and some insurance companies offer reduced insurance rates for vehicles that have an aftermarket immobiliser fitted. However, they are regarded as an additional layer of security that could deter thieves.

Autowatch Ghost is unlike factory-fitted immobilisers because it is compatible with a range of vehicles that include vans and motorhomes. It also works with electric cars, ride-on lawnmowers, and motorhomes too. This makes it more adaptable than other anti-theft technology and can be combined with vehicle trackers to provide the most comprehensive car security package.

If you would like to know more about securing your vehicle with the latest Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch and Autowatch, then contact us at MotorGuard. We are Midlands the most reputable car security experts and installers and can provide an efficient and friendly service to assist you in securing your pride and joy. We provide a no-obligation estimate on all our services and products. We can also help you choose the best system for your car.

No key fobs or LED indicators

As opposed to a lock for the wheel or other physical anti-theft devices ghost immobilisers are integrated into the wiring of your vehicle therefore it is not able to be removed or removed or bypassed. It's also more difficult to find or hack since it doesn't use key-fobs or LED indicators.

The device functions by connecting to your vehicle's CAN (Control Area Network) system and enabling 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 the method you enter a pin number on your bank card to protect it. It is also not affected by cloning or ECU swapping that would normally disable your factory immobiliser.

It is small and weatherproof, making it almost impossible to spot by thieves. It also communicates with the CAN data bus, which means that it operates silently, again making it difficult to identify. This makes the device an ideal addition to your security systems. It is particularly useful since it can be used in conjunction with other Autowatch technologies like the Ghost Bluetooth tag, which allows you to start your car without the need 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 could be an issue with some other security products sold on the market. This is especially appealing to those who want to keep their vehicle as authentic as possible when it comes to reselling.

The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is a TASSA approved product that can lower your insurance costs since it reduces the chance 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 reliable security system for your pride and joy. You can contact us now to discuss your needs or book an appointment with our workshop in Coventry.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

In contrast to key fobs, which use an unlock code to open the ECU and start your vehicle ghost immobilisers connect to the car's ECU via its own CAN data network. This makes them undetectable by diagnostic tools, silent and invulnerable to hack. These systems can be attached to a variety of vehicles such as trucks and motorhomes, as well as plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system was designed to provide total protection against theft. It prevents your vehicle from starting without the PIN code or the smartphone app with the Ghost app downloaded. This is an incredibly high-security feature that will protect your vehicle from key copying. Hacking and ECU Swapping.

The reason why it is so secure is because there is no requirement to add additional components such as key fobs, LED indicators or remotes. Instead, the device utilizes your existing buttons on your steering wheel and door panels to generate an adjustable sequence that needs to be entered before your vehicle can begin. This could be up to 20 actions long and is similar to a PIN code that is on your credit card.

As well as this it is completely hidden and will not divulge the location of the device to thief. Furthermore, it doesn't use radio signals and operates on the CAN data network making it unnoticeable to thieves using RF scanners.

Many thieves attempt to remove the CAN chip or replace it inside the ECU to keep it from being detected. However, this method is only possible by professionals who have access to the right tools. Ghost immobilisers can safeguard your vehicle from a variety of types of vehicle thefts.

It can also be connected with an iPhone and you will require if you plan to start your car when it is located at home or at work. The app will detect the phone and allow you to drive without needing a PIN code. This functionality is available on all models of the Autowatch Ghost and can be used with as many smartphones as you want.

Service Mode

The Autowatch ghost immobiliser birmingham 2 Immobiliser System is a discrete, silent and next generation device that will protect your vehicle unlike any other. It is impossible to start your vehicle without the PIN number, or an app authorisation. It also stops key signal jamming, cloning and device spoofing that are commonly used techniques to bypass standard car immobilisers.

The Ghost is a unit that is hidden in the wiring harness in your dash. It connects to the data network in the CAN of your vehicle and Ghost immobiliser communicates with the engine control units that make it impossible to start your car without the proper sequence. The device is weatherproof and small, so it is almost inaccessible to thieves. It can be concealed in a dash panel, under the steering wheel or any other area of the vehicle.

The installation process is quick and hassle-free with the majority of installations taking between two and three hours. We give a full detailed demonstration of how the Ghost works and ghost immobiliser handover the owner's manual, installation certification, the emergency card and ensure that you are satisfied with the product before leaving.

We are the only business to have this certification in Ireland. This means that you can be sure that you are getting a high-quality and professional installation.

The Autowatch Ghost is compatible with many different vehicles. It can be added to motorhomes, caravans, motorbikes and ride-on lawnmowers. As long as there's a power source it can be fitted with an immobiliser.

The ghost immobiliser installers near me 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. The driver is able to alter the sequence at any time. It can include up to 20 different actions. This is a safer method of security when compared to using a key fob as no one else will be able to drive your vehicle. This prevents thieves from hacking the system' to gain access to the key code or information transmitted to the ECU of the vehicle from it.