Ghost Immobiliser Review
As car theft increases and the number of car theft victims increases, people are always looking for ways to prevent it. The ghost immobiliser installers near me immobiliser does exactly that.
It’s the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser in the world that guards 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 steering wheel locks and wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers have been designed to be covert and inaccessible. They are built into buttons of the vehicle and protect against key cloning. Ghost immobilisers prevent the engine from starting unless you enter a specific PIN code sequence alongside 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 the button is damaged, or if you sell your car you can utilize an emergency PIN that is unique to each device to reset the system.
In addition, ghost immobiliser near me immobilisers are undetectable by diagnostic tools and don’t emit any radio frequency signals so thieves cannot utilize sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of security devices. They also utilize CAN data network, which doesn’t require wire cutting during installation and is quieter.
Although ghost immobilisers may not be Thatcham approved however they are TASSA approved and some insurers offer lower rates on insurance for vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser fitted. They are nevertheless recognized as an extra layer of security and have the potential to deter thieves from pursuing your pride and joy.
Autowatch Ghost is unlike factory-fitted immobilisers as it is compatible with a wide range of vehicles, including motorhomes and vans. It also works with electric vehicles or ride-on lawnmowers, as well as motorhomes too. This means it is more adaptable than other anti-theft technologies and can be used in conjunction with vehicle trackers to give you the most complete car security package.
MotorGuard can provide you with more information about the brand new Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch. We are the Midlands’ leading car installation and Tracker security specialists. We are able to provide you with a prompt, friendly service that will help protect your happiness and pride. We also provide a no-cost, no-obligation quote on all our services and products. We can help you choose the best system for your vehicle.
No key fobs or LED indicators
Ghost immobilisers are integrated into the wiring of your vehicle, so they cannot be removed or removed or bypassed. Additionally, since it doesn’t use keys or LEDs, it is much more difficult to locate and hack than a typical factory fitted immobiliser.
The device is connected to your vehicle’s CAN (Control Area Network) and allows you to select a unique PIN push sequence that can be up to 20 digits which is required to start your Range Rover or Land Rover J. This is similar to the method you enter a pin number on your bank card to protect it. It is also not affected by the process of cloning, or ECU swapping that would normally disable your factory immobiliser.
As it uses your vehicles buttons, tracker it is weatherproof and tiny, meaning that it is nearly impossible for thieves to detect. It also communicates with the CAN data bus, and as such it operates silently, again making it difficult to identify. This makes it a great addition to your security system and is especially useful because it can be utilized with other Autowatch technologies, such as the Ghost Bluetooth tag. The tag lets you start your vehicle without having to enter your PIN code 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 can be an issue with some other aftermarket security products. This is particularly appealing to those who want to keep their pride and joy as original as possible when it comes to reselling.
The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser, which is a approved product by TASSA, could lower the cost of insurance because it decreases the chance of your car being robbed. MotorGuard is the Midlands’ most trusted specialist in vehicle security and installer. Our installers are well-trained to install this secluded and effective solution for your enjoyment and pride. Contact us today to discuss any requirements or to book an appointment at our Coventry workshop.
Simple PIN Code Change Process
Ghost immobilisers unlike key fobs that require a code to unlock the ECU of your car and start it to communicate with the ECU via the CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable by diagnostic tools, inaudible and invulnerable to hack. Additionally, the technology of these systems ensures that they are able to be fitted to a wide variety of vehicles, including motorhomes, trucks and plant machinery.
Our Autowatch Ghost system has been designed to offer complete protection against theft. It prevents 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 high level of security that will safeguard your vehicle from key duplicates. Hacking and ECU Swapping.
It is secure because it doesn’t require any extra components such as key fobs or LED indicators. Instead, the device uses your existing buttons on your steering wheel and door panels to generate an alterable sequence that has to be entered before the vehicle can begin. This could be as long as 20 steps and functions similarly to the PIN code of a credit card.
The device is also completely hidden, so that thieves can’t locate it. Furthermore, it doesn’t make use of radio signals and operates on the CAN data network making it unnoticeable to thieves using RF scanners.
Many car thieves try to remove the CAN chip or replace it with the ECU to avoid detection. However, this technique is only possible by professionals with access to specialised tools. This is the reason why the ghost immobiliser is effective and can be used to safeguard your vehicle from many different kinds of vehicle thefts.
In addition, it could be used in conjunction with an iPhone that you will require if you need to start your engine while your car is located at work or home. The app will detect the phone and allow you to drive with no needing a PIN. This feature is available on any version of Autowatch Ghost, and you can pair as many smartphones with it as you like.
Service Mode
The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser is a quiet and discreet device that guards your car unlike any other. It is impossible to start your vehicle without a PIN number, or an app authorisation. It even stops key blocking, signal jamming and device spoofing, which are frequently used to get around traditional car immobilisers.
The Ghost is a ‘hidden’ device that is hidden within the wiring harness behind your dashboard. The unit connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle and communicates with the engine control units, making it impossible to start the vehicle without the proper sequence. The device is small and weatherproof, which makes it invisible to thieves. It can be concealed in a dash panel, beneath the steering wheel, or any other area of the vehicle.
Installation is fast and painless and most installations take less than two hours. We show you how the Ghost works in detail and give you the owner’s manuals as well as Installation certification. We also supply the emergency card.
We are the only business to have this certification in Ireland. You can rest assured that you will receive a top-quality installation from a professional company.
The Autowatch Ghost is compatible with a large range of vehicles. It can be fitted to motorhomes and caravans, as well as motorbikes and ride-on lawn mowers. As long as there is an electrical source, it is possible to be fitted with an immobiliser.
The Ghost Immobiliser uses the buttons on your vehicle’s original key fob to generate a secret disarm sequence (like a PIN code) that needs to be entered before the engine can start. The driver is able to alter the sequence at anytime. It can include up to 20 different actions. This is a better method of security than using a key fob since no one else will be able drive your car. This stops thieves from hacking the system’ to gain access to the key code or other information that is transmitted to the ECU of the vehicle from it.