Protect Your Pride And Joy With The Ghost Immobiliser

Ghost Immobiliser will safeguard your prized possession from theft. It is discreet and does not require any additional key fobs.

The device makes use of buttons on your vehicle (steering wheels doors, door panels, and the centre console) to create a unique pin code sequence that can be changed up to 20 times. This will then authorize the start-up of your vehicle.

Simple change of PIN code

Many owners are upgrading their security because of the rise in vehicle theft. There are a myriad of security devices that are sold aftermarket from tracking systems to alarms and immobilisers. They're not all equally effective in protecting your car. While a tracking system can help you find your vehicle in the case of theft, it can not prevent the crime from occurring in the first instance. An immobiliser, ghost Immobiliser on the contrary is exactly what says on the label: it shuts off the engine of your vehicle so that it cannot be started. The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is one of the most advanced options on the market, making it virtually impossible for thieves to take your vehicle.

The ghost device makes use of the buttons on your car to create a unique sequence that must be entered in order for the engine to begin. This can be done using the window, heater or indicator stalk buttons. In addition to this it is possible to use a mobile app which can function as an emergency PIN code bypass and allow the driver to operate the car without having to use the button sequence. This is an excellent option for those who want to offer your car to valet parking or servicing. The immobiliser will remain in operation.

The Ghost 2 immobiliser is an unique and innovative device that works by using the buttons of your vehicle instead of as a standalone unit. It is not only an effective deterrent to theft of your vehicle however, it can be used to secure any future vehicles you may own. This makes it a much more cost-effective option than a traditional wheel lock.

Small, weatherproof device

The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser Immobiliser is an advanced security system that safeguards your car from key hacking and cloning. It also prevents ECU swapping. It's a weatherproof, tiny device that connects directly to your vehicle's ECU over the CAN data bus, which disables the engine. It can be plugged into the vehicle without any wiring, and has been thoroughly tested to ensure compatibility with all vehicles. It is also indestructible to jamming devices which is an approach used frequently by thieves to get around existing immobilisers.

The benefit of CAN data over conventional systems is that they work silently. It can't be detected by sophisticated RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies and is also undetectable by conventional diagnostic tools. The Autowatch ghost doesn't emit LED indications and uses the buttons inside your vehicle, such as the steering wheel, ghost immobiliser centre console or door panels to create a unique, programmable disarm sequence. You can even create a sequence that is up to 20 presses long to provide additional security. The iPhone app lets you make one, authorized connection using the pairing code unique to the Ghost and the communication between the two is secured.

The Ghost will stop car thieves from putting in a new ignition key or replacing the ECU in order to bypass the immobiliser. It will only allow the engine to start if the correct PIN code is entered. It is also possible to put it into valet/service mode for a temporary operation (with specified parameters, such as a 30mph speed limit) to allow you to hand your car over to a valet service for servicing without the need to enter a PIN.

Each vehicle is tested

The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket immobiliser for CANbus. It can be connected to the wiring of your vehicle and also to the engine control unit (ECU). The device intercepts electronic signals to disable your car's system from running its normal initialization process until you enter an individual passcode. The system can be activated or deactivated by using your smartphone's app without the need for wires.

The factory-installed immobilisers function by using a transponder that is embedded in the key. This transmits a signal to the ECU. If the correct code is transmitted the car will begin however if the transponder is swapped with one from another vehicle the immobiliser will not recognise it. This enables the vehicle to be stolen and started. The Ghost immobiliser was created by a South African company at the forefront of vehicle security systems technology. It guards you against hacking or key cloning, and even key theft. The only way a thief could steal your car is by physically towing it away, and even then they would not be allowed to drive it.

Ghost uses buttons on your vehicle, including the indicator stalk, steering wheel, and the doors, to generate unique PIN codes that needs to be entered in order to use your car. This is not required to use extra hardware such as keys-fobs, and can be as long as 20 presses long. It is also undetectable by diagnostic equipment and does transmit radio frequency signals, meaning thieves cannot use sophisticated RF scanners or code grabbing technologies to detect that an installation has been made.

Contrary to physical anti-theft devices such as wheel locks or clamps, Ghost is covertly integrated into the vehicle so it can't be taken away or disabled by thieves and is more difficult to remove than a car alarm, which requires disarming using the use of a button sequence. This makes it a great complement to a GPS tracker that can assist in locating your car after it's been taken.

Override of emergency PIN code

You don't need to go far on social media to find stories or even videos of vehicles that have been taken by thieves using the latest technology tools available to them. Key-cloning devices, for instance, and hacking tools that allow them to start the vehicle with your original keys.

Our Ghost immobiliser combats this issue and offers an additional layer of protection to stop your vehicle from being taken in the event of being targeted by thieves. It creates a unique pin code push sequence from the buttons you have on the steering wheel, door panel and centre console. This unique PIN has to be entered along with your original key fob in order to stop the vehicle from getting started. The unique override PIN is on the black card that you will receive following your installation. It's easy to remember since there are no LED indicators.

The device is hidden within the vehicle's wires and doesn't emit any radio signals, which means it can't be identified by modern thieves with diagnostic software that can identify the security system you have installed. This makes it a fantastic alternative to the tracker.

In contrast to other security systems that use a relay in the engine bay, CANBUS Immobilisers communicate with the vehicle's ECU and BCM via the CAN data bus (brand dependant). This allows them to shut down a vehicle completely by sending an electronic block to the ECU and engine.

It is also possible to connect an analog immobiliser, alarm or tracker to these systems, but this has to be specified before installing the device. They are also fully service/valet mode-compatible and a great alternative to a tracker when having your car in for repairs to an electrical issue at the dealer.

Service/Valet mode

In recent times there has been a increase in the number of vehicles that are stolen without owners' keys. It's now more easy than ever to steal your pride and joy thanks to the availability of key cloning devices and door lock picks. To stop this, we now offer the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser that prevents your vehicle from being driven even if your keys have been copied or your vehicle was stolen.

It connects directly to your car's ECU (Engine Control Unit), via the data loop called CAN. It is completely silent, because it does not utilize radio frequencies or key fobs. It isn't detected by diagnostics or any other hacking device. It also stops the user from using the new ECU or key to bypass the system, since only the PIN code allows the engine to start.

The device is concealed inside your car, using buttons on the steering wheel, the centre console and door panels. A unique & changeable PIN code sequence up to 20 digits must be entered before you are able to start your vehicle.

This is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser that is being designed. It will prevent your vehicle from being driven or started when you don't enter a PIN code before entering. If you're driving away with the device in motion the indicator will flash on your dashboard and flash continuously for about 300m. Entering your PIN code will deactivate the anti-hijack. Your vehicle will continue to operate as normal. If you do not enter your PIN code at this point, the indicator will continue to flash and will require a new PIN code for every attempt to start your car.