Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always seeking ways to stop car thefts as they increase. Ghost immobilisers are a perfect solution for that.

It's the only aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser on the market that protects against key cloning or hacking and also stops thieves from taking your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals

Unlike 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 copying. Ghost immobilisers prevent the engine from starting unless you enter a pre-determined PIN code sequence alongside your key fob. This PIN code is 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 a button breaks or you sell your vehicle or sell it, you can use an emergency PIN code that's unique to each device to reset the system.

Ghost immobilisers have the added benefit of being undetectable by diagnostic equipment and don't emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves can't utilize sophisticated scanning technology to detect the security device. They also use the CAN data network, which requires no wire cutting upon installation and is more quiet than other immobilisers.

Ghost immobilisers aren't Thatcham approved but they are TASSA-approved. Some insurers will offer lower rates on insurance for vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser. However, they are accepted as an additional security layer that could deter thieves.

Contrary to immobilisers that are factory fitted, the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a range of vehicles such as motorhomes, electric cars, vans, and ride-on lawnmowers. This makes it more adaptable than other anti-theft devices and it can be used in conjunction with vehicle trackers for the best car security package.

If you would like to know more about securing your vehicle with the latest Ghost immobiliser by Autowatch and Autowatch, then contact us at MotorGuard. We are Midlands most trusted car security experts and installers and can provide a professional and friendly service to help you secure your car's pride and joy. We are also proud to provide a no-cost, no-obligation quote on all our services and products. We will help you select the best system for your vehicle.

No Key Fobs or LED Indications

As opposed to a lock for the wheel or other devices that are physical to prevent theft, a ghost immobiliser is incorporated into the wiring of your vehicle, so it cannot be removed or bypassed. Additionally, since it does not use keys or LEDs, it is much more difficult to locate and hack than a standard factory fitted immobiliser.

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

Because it utilizes your vehicle's existing buttons it is weatherproof and incredibly small which makes it nearly impossible for thieves to spot. It is connected to the CAN bus, so it is silent and difficult to detect. This makes the device an ideal addition to your security systems. It is especially useful because it can be used alongside other Autowatch technologies like the Ghost Bluetooth tag, which allows you to start your vehicle without having to enter your PIN or use the ghost app.

The ghost immobiliser price immobiliser has the advantage of not leaving visible marks in your vehicle. This can be an issue with other security products that are sold aftermarket. This is particularly attractive for those who want to keep their pride and joy as authentic as is possible for reselling.

The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is a TASSA approved product and may lower your insurance costs since it reduces the chance of your car being stolen. It is available for purchase from MotorGuard the Midlands most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. Our installers are certified to install this secure and effective solution for your pride-and-joy. You can contact us today to discuss your needs or schedule an appointment at our workshop in Coventry.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

In contrast to key fobs, which utilize an unlock code to open the ECU and start your vehicle ghost immobilisers communicate with the car's ECU through its own CAN data network. They are therefore unnoticeable, silent and unhackable by diagnostic tools. These systems can be attached to various vehicles such as motorhomes and trucks and plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system has been developed to provide complete protection against theft. It prevents your vehicle from starting until you have either the unique PIN or smartphone application with the ghost application installed on it. This is a high-security feature that protects your vehicle against key copying. Hacking and ECU Swapping.

It is safe because it does not require any additional components like key fobs or LED indicators. The device utilizes the buttons on your door panels and steering wheel instead to create the sequence that is changed before your car starts. This could be up to 20 times long and functions similarly to the PIN number on credit cards.

The device is also concealed, so that thieves cannot find it. It also does not use radio waves and operates on the CAN network, making it totally invisible to thieves who employ scanners with RF.

A lot of car thieves will try and remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to avoid detection, however this technique is only possible by experts who have access to the right equipment. Ghost immobilisers protect your car from various types of vehicle thefts.

In addition, it could be used in conjunction with an iPhone that you'll require if need to start your engine while your car is parked at home or work. The app will detect the phone and allow you to drive with no needing a PIN. This feature is available on any model of the Autowatch Ghost and can be paired with any smartphone you'd like.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser is a silent and discrete device that protects your car unlike any other. It is unnoticeable by thieves and is impossible to start without a PIN code or app authorisation. It stops signal jamming, device spoofing and key cloning that are typical techniques used to circumvent the standard immobilisers.

The auto ghost immobiliser is a unit which is hidden within the wiring harness in your dash. The unit connects to your vehicle's CAN data networks and communicates with engine control units to make it impossible to start your car without the correct sequence. The device is weatherproof and small, so it is almost inaccessible to thieves. It can be hidden within the dash panel, under the steering wheel, or anyplace else on the vehicle.

Installation is quick and hassle-free and most installations take less than two hours. We provide a complete 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 completely satisfied with the product before you leave.

We are a recognised installer for Ghost and we are the only company in Ireland that is accredited with this level of accreditation. This means that you can be certain that you are getting a expert and high-quality installation.

The Autowatch Ghost is compatible with a large range of vehicles. It can be installed on motorhomes and caravans, as well as motorbikes and ride-on lawn mowers. As long as there is an energy source, it can have an immobiliser fitted.

The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like a pin code) using the buttons on the original key fob in your vehicle. This sequence must be entered before you can start the engine. The driver is able to modify the sequence at any time. It can be comprised of up to 20 different actions. This is a safer method of security when compared to using a key fob, since nobody else will be able to drive your car. It also deters thieves from hacking the system to gain access to your key code, or the information transmitted to the vehicle's ECU from it.