Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always trying to find ways to prevent car thefts as they increase. Ghost immobilisers are a perfect solution for that.

It's the only aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser that is protected against key cloning or hacking and prevents thieves from taking your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals

In contrast to other physical anti-theft devices like wheel locks or steering wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers have been designed to be hidden and Ghost immobilisers inaccessible. Incorporated into the vehicle's buttons they offer protection against key hacking, cloning and ECU swapping and even key theft. Ghost immobilisers stop the engine from starting until you enter a specific PIN code along with your key fob. This PIN code can be up to 20 presses long and is alterable by the driver through an app or by the vehicle's buttons. If you lose your pin, or a button breaks or you sell your car there's an emergency pin code unique to every device that can be used to reset the system.

In addition Ghost immobilisers aren't detected by diagnostic tools and do not emit radio frequency signals so thieves cannot use sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of security devices. They also make use of CAN data network, which does not require cutting wires during installation and is quieter.

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

In contrast to factory-fitted immobilisers Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a variety of vehicles, including motorhomes vans, electric cars and ride-on lawnmowers. This means it is much more versatile than other types of anti-theft technologies and can be combined with vehicle trackers to provide the most complete car security package.

If you'd like to learn more about how to secure your vehicle with the latest Ghost immobiliser by Autowatch and Autowatch, then contact us at MotorGuard. We are the Midlands' leading security and car installation experts. We are able to provide you with a professional and friendly service that will protect your happiness and pride. We provide a no-obligation estimate on all of our products and services. We can also assist you select the right system for your vehicle.

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 which means it can't be removed or overridden. Moreover, because it does not use keys or LEDs, it is more difficult to find and hack than a typical factory fitted immobiliser.

The device works by linking up to your vehicles CAN (Control Area Network) system and enabling an individual PIN code push sequence that you select - which could be as long as 20 digits in length - that must be entered prior to when your Range Rover or Land Rover J will start. This is similar to how you would enter the pin code to secure your credit card. It is not affected by cloning, or ECU swapping that would normally disable the factory immobiliser.

It is small and weatherproof, which makes it nearly impossible to be detected by thieves. It communicates with the CAN bus, which means it is silent and hard to spot. This makes it an excellent addition to your security system. It is especially useful because it can be utilized with other Autowatch technologies, like the Ghost Bluetooth tag. The tag allows you to start your vehicle without having to enter your PIN number or the Ghost app.

Another benefit of the ghost immobiliser is that it does not leave any visible marks on the interior of your car which could be an issue with some other security products sold on the market. 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 is an TASSA approved product and may reduce your insurance costs as it decreases the likelihood of your car being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. Our trained installers are ready to install this discrete and efficient security solution to your pride and joy. Contact us today to discuss your needs or book an appointment at our workshop in Coventry.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

Ghost immobilisers are different from key fobs, which utilize a code to unlock the ECU of your car and then start it, communicate with the ECU through the CAN data network. This makes them undetectable by diagnostic tools, quiet and invulnerable to hack. These systems can be attached to a variety of vehicles including motorhomes and trucks and plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system was created to offer complete security against theft. It prevents your vehicle from being started until you have either the unique PIN or the smartphone application with the ghost app downloaded on it. This is a remarkably high-security feature that will protect your vehicle from key duplicates. Hacking and ECU Swapping.

It is so safe because it does not require any additional elements like key fobs or LED indicators. Instead, the device utilizes your existing buttons on the steering wheel and door panels to create a changeable sequence that must be entered before your vehicle can start. This can be as long as 20 steps and is similar to the PIN code on credit card.

In addition, Ghost immobilisers the device is completely concealed and won't reveal the location of the device to thieves. Additionally, it does not utilize radio signals and works on the CAN data network, which makes 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 method can only be carried out by professionals with access to specialised equipment. Ghost immobilisers can safeguard your car from various kinds of vehicle thefts.

Additionally, it can be used in conjunction with an iPhone that you will require if you need to start your engine of your vehicle when it is located at work or home. This allows you to access your car ghost immobiliser and drive without the need for a PIN code since the app will recognize your phone when it is within close proximity. This functionality is available for any model of Autowatch Ghost, and you can connect as many smartphones to it as you like.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser system is a quiet and discreet device that safeguards your vehicle like no other. It is impossible to start the vehicle without a PIN number, or an app authorisation. It stops signal jamming, device spoofing, and key cloning that are common techniques used to bypass normal immobilisers.

The Ghost is a 'hidden' unit that is tucked away in the wiring harness that is behind your dashboard. The device then connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle and communicates with engine control units, making it impossible to start your vehicle without the proper sequence. The device is tiny and weatherproof, making it invisible to thieves. It can be hidden within the dash panel, under the steering wheel, or anyplace else on the vehicle.

Installation is fast and painless, with most installations taking only two hours. We show you how the Ghost performs in depth and provide the owner's manuals as well as Installation certification. We also give you an emergency card.

We are the only business to have this certification in Ireland. This means you can be certain that you will receive a professional and quality installation.

The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a variety of vehicles. It can be fitted to motorhomes as well as caravans as well as motorbikes and ride-on lawnmowers. Immobilisers can be added to any vehicle so long as it is powered by an electrical source.

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 before you start the engine. The driver can change the sequence at any time. It can contain up to 20 different actions. This is a much more secure security method than using a key fob by itself because it ensures that nobody else will be able to operate your vehicle. This stops thieves from hacking the system to gain access to the key code or information that is transmitted to the ECU of the vehicle from it.