Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always trying to find ways to prevent car theft, which is on the rise. Ghost immobilisers are a perfect solution for that.

It's the first-ever aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, which protects your vehicle from hacking, key cloning or keyless entry, and prevents thieves from stealing your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals

Contrary to other devices for physical protection against theft like wheel locks or steering wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers are made to be concealed and inaccessible. Incorporated into the vehicle's buttons, they provide protection against key cloning, car hacking, ECU swapping and even key theft. Ghost immobilisers stop the engine from running until you enter a PIN code along with your key fob. The PIN code can be up to 20 presses long, and is changeable by the driver via an app or by the buttons on the vehicle. If you forget your pin an item breaks or you decide to sell your car, you can use an emergency PIN code that is unique to each device to reset the system.

In addition Ghost immobilisers aren't detected by diagnostic tools and don't emit radio frequency signals, which means that thieves cannot employ sophisticated RF scanning technologies to detect the presence of security devices. They also make use of the CAN data network, which requires no wire cutting upon installation and is quieter than other immobilisers.

Although ghost immobilisers may not be Thatcham approved, they are TASSA approved and some insurers offer reduced insurance rates for vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser. However, they are accepted as an additional security measure that can deter thieves.

Autowatch Ghost is unlike factory-fitted immobilisers since it is compatible with a variety of vehicles, including motorhomes and vans. It also works with electric vehicles, ride-on lawnmowers, and motorhomes. This means it is much more versatile than other types of anti-theft devices and can be combined with vehicle trackers to give you the most comprehensive car security package.

If you'd like to learn more about securing your vehicle with the new Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch, then please contact us at MotorGuard. We are Midlands' leading car security specialists and installers. We offer an efficient and friendly service to assist you in securing your pride and joy. We offer a no-obligation quote on all our services and products. We can also help you select the right system for your car.

No key fobs or LED indicators

Ghost immobilisers are incorporated into the wiring of your vehicle, which means they are not able to be removed or removed or bypassed. It's also more difficult to locate or hack because it doesn't use key-fobs or LED indicators.

The device is connected to the CAN (Control Area Network) and allows you to select a distinct PIN push sequence - up to 20 digits which is required to start your Range Rover or Land Rover J. It's similar to the method in which you would enter a pin code into your bank card to secure it. It is not affected by cloning or ECU swapping, which would normally disable the factory immobiliser.

Since it is based on your vehicle's buttons, it is weatherproof and tiny, meaning that it is virtually impossible for thieves to spot. It communicates with the CAN bus, which means it is silent and hard to spot. This makes the device an ideal supplement to your security systems and is particularly useful since it can be used alongside other Autowatch technologies, such as the Ghost Bluetooth tag, which allows you to start your car without having to enter your PIN, or the ghost app.

The ghost immobiliser also comes with the advantage of not leaving visible marks in your vehicle. This is an issue with other aftermarket security devices. This is particularly attractive for those who want to keep their pride and joy as authentic as is possible to sell.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser, which is a approved product by TASSA, could lower your insurance costs since it reduces your chances of your vehicle being robbed. It is available to order from MotorGuard which is the Midlands the most trusted security expert for vehicles and installer. Our highly trained installers are ready to install this secluded and reliable security system for your vehicle's pride and joy. You can contact us today to discuss your needs or make an appointment at our workshop in Coventry.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

In contrast to key fobs, which utilize codes to unlock the ECU and start your vehicle, ghost immobilisers communicate with the vehicle's ECU through its own CAN data network. This makes them unrecognisable by diagnostic tools, silent, and unhackable. Additionally, the technology used in these systems ensures that they are able to be installed to a diverse 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 being started without the PIN code or smartphone application with the Ghost app downloaded. This is an incredibly high level security that will safeguard your vehicle against key copying. Hacking and ECU Swapping.

The reason it is so secure is that there is no need to include extra components like key fobs LED indicators, key fobs, or remotes. The device makes use of the buttons on your door panels and steering wheel instead of creating a sequence that can be changed before your car starts. It can take as long as 20 actions and works similarly to the PIN code of credit card.

Additionally, the device is completely concealed and won't reveal the location of the device to thief. Additionally, it does not use radio signals and operates on the CAN data network making it totally undetectable to thieves using RF scanning devices.

Many car thieves will try and remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to hide it, however, this method can only be carried out by professionals who have access to specialist equipment. This is the reason why the ghost immobiliser is so effective and can be used to safeguard your pride and joy against various kinds of vehicle thefts.

Additionally, it can also be paired with an iPhone that you will need to have if you are planning to start the engine of your vehicle when it is parked at home or work. The app will detect the phone and allow you to drive without needing a PIN code. This functionality is available on any model of the Autowatch Ghost and can be used with any smartphone you want.

Service Mode

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

The Ghost is a 'hidden' unit that is tucked away in the wiring harness behind your dashboard. It connects to the data network in your CAN vehicle and communicates with engine control units which makes it impossible to start your car if you do not follow the correct sequence. The device is weatherproof and tiny making it almost invisible to thieves. It can be concealed under a dash panel or beneath the steering wheel, or in any other part of the vehicle.

The installation process is quick and hassle-free with the majority of installs taking around two hours. We provide a thorough demonstration of how the Ghost operates and then hand over the owner's manual, installation certification, and 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. This means that you can be certain that you are getting a professional and quality installation.

The Autowatch Ghost is compatible with many vehicles. It can be installed on motorhomes and caravans, motorcycles and ride-on lawn mowers. If there is an energy source, it can have an immobiliser fitted.

The Ghost Immobiliser uses the buttons on the original key fob to generate an encrypted sequence to disarm (like a PIN code) that must be entered before the engine can begin. This can be up to 20 actions and can be altered by the driver at anytime. This is a far more secure security method than using a key fob by itself because it ensures that nobody else will be able to operate your vehicle. It also deters thieves from 'hacking' the system to gain access to your key code or information that is transmitted to the vehicle's ECU from it.