Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser Review

Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is the next-generation in car security. It is unnoticeable by thieves and cannot be started without either a unique pin code or app authorisation.

The system is based on the CAN Data network of your vehicle. It is silent, so it cannot be detected by common radio signals or diagnostic tools. The system doesn't require any electrical circuits to be cut.

What is a ghost immobiliser?

Ghost Immobilisers help protect your vehicle from theft by stopping it from starting until a unique pin code is entered. It can be utilized on a wide variety of vehicles and unlike other immobilisers, this one does not require a fob or key to operate. It is also difficult to hack or bypass and it operates in a quiet manner. This means that thieves must be quick to get away without being caught.

It is protected from signal jamming, spoofing and key cloning - all methods that thieves have employed to unlock cars equipped with standard immobilisers. It also stops thieves from stealing your keys by digging through your mailbox or gaining access into your home to steal the remote control. The device will stop thieves from stealing your joy and pride even if they do manage to gain access to the key. It prevents the remote from being started until they have entered the code.

Unlike passive immobilisers that require an ignition key or fob to be activated, a ghost immobiliser is designed to be sealed within the engine and connects directly to the vehicle's CAN data circuit. The system creates the pin code by pressing buttons on the steering wheel, console or door panels of your vehicle. You will need to enter this code before the engine can start. The system can also be put into service mode to allow your vehicle to start and drive for short amounts of time without the requirement for a PIN code, but it will then leave service mode based upon speed and time.

As a result of the technology used in the process, it cannot be hacked or bypassed, even with the use of advanced equipment like RF scanning or code grabbing devices. It is also impossible for a standard immobiliser ghost to turn off since the device does not send the same signal that a typical vehicle immobiliser does and only works when connected directly to the circuit CAN.

Due to its technological advancement and ease of installation the ghost immobiliser has been Insurance Approved by TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security System Association). We are a TASSA approved Ghost Installer and can put the device in your car to help you with insurance.

What is the Ghost Immobiliser Work?

In simple terms, an immobiliser works by stopping your car from starting if the wrong fob or key is used. This is done by sending a code to your vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit) and if this code is sent by the wrong key or fob the ECU will not recognise it and therefore, your car won't start. It is crucial to ensure that your car is fitted with an immobiliser by a reputable and recognised specialist.

At MotorGuard, MotorGuard is the Midlands' leading vehicle security specialists and installers. We offer an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser fitting service for a broad range of modern vehicles and you can be at ease knowing that your prized possession is protected against potential thieves.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is one of the first aftermarket CAN bus immobilisers and safeguards your vehicle from key-cloning, hacking, and theft. It is designed to be undetected by car burglars because it doesn't use LED indicators or key fobs. It can also be hidden within your vehicle's wiring so that there is no need for additional hardware.

Once it is installed, it's linked to the CAN system of your vehicle. It lets you create a unique disarming sequence with your pin code. This code must be entered before driving the vehicle. The pin code can be as long as 20 presses long, which provides security. If you have forgotten your pin code or if the button has broken, there is a secure emergency code that can be used. This will let your vehicle start again.

The fact that the Ghost immobiliser can't be manipulated or hacked is what makes it an effective weapon against thieves. It is also TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) which can reduce your car insurance cost.

Ghost immobilisers continue to evolve as technology advances. For this reason, we recommend that you contact an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser installer immediately to ensure that your pride and joy is fully protected. We can provide you with top quality service whether you're buying an entirely new vehicle or upgrading your current vehicle.

Is a Ghost Immobiliser compatible with my car?

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser the world to provide total protection from modern-day vehicle theft. It protects against key hacking, cloning and ECU swapping & much more. The latest TASSA verified Ghost-II systems also offer vehicle marking and linking to the International Security Register enabling your insurance company to confirm that you have a legitimate Ghost system installed.

Our Ghost 2 immobiliser Immobiliser prevents theft by needing a unique pin code be entered, or for your smartphone to be equipped with our Autowatch app downloaded. It functions as a pin code on bank cards and makes it impossible for thieves to drive off with your joy and pride without entering the correct pin or phone. The Ghost 2 immobiliser Immobiliser System integrates into the CAN Data Network, so no wire cutting is needed and it works quietly. It is inaccessible to thieves and cannot be detected by the sophisticated scanners and RF technology that other systems employ.

The Autowatch app is used to connect the Ghost to your smartphone. This allows you to enter an indefinite 'Service or valet mode, which disables the ghost immobiliser and tracker (valetinowiki.Racing) for up to 30 minutes as you hand over your vehicle for transport or service. It is then connected to your smartphone through the Autowatch app, which allows you to switch into a temporary "Service or Valet" mode that disables ghost for up 30 minutes while you hand over your car for service or transportation.

It's no surprise that the number of stolen vehicles has increased significantly. This is due to the high level customization and personalisation that is utilized in modern vehicles, as well as the fact that many of us own older vehicles. It can take a long time to replace these costly and expensive vehicles after they are taken. Therefore, it is important to safeguard your car from becoming the next victim. Ghost immobilisers are a low-cost investment that will protect your vehicle and can even be used to get the vehicle back in the event of theft.

Does a Ghost Immobiliser work on the cut principle?

Ghost immobilisers prevent your vehicle from beginning until a PIN has been entered along with your key fob. This prevents thieves from cloning keys to your car or hacking into your car's security system. It also can convince them to leave your car to themselves.

Once installed the ghost immobiliser will generate an unique pincode that ranges from to twenty digits by using the buttons on your vehicle (steering wheels, centre consoles or door panels). This code must be entered in order to start your vehicle. The code sequence needs to be entered every time you drive your car similar to a PIN password on credit cards. This code can easily be reset by entering a number sequence in the Ghost application.

The Autowatch Ghost II CAN immobiliser also comes with two deactivation modes for valet and service, which allow you to temporarily start your vehicle without a code for access - just like a key fob - whilst it is in the garage or with a valet parking provider. The immobiliser then will be activated automatically when the car is placed in a garage.

In contrast to other security systems available, the Ghost is completely undetectable by modern thieves as it does not have any LED indicators and operates silently using your vehicles CAN data network. It's also not prone to the same type of circuit cuts that other security systems are because it doesn't make use of radio signals.

It is able to be installed in a way that's discrete and invisible, and is therefore impossible for thieves to identify. It's also not able to be recognized by sophisticated scanning tools or code-grabbing technology which can often be used to locate and disable security devices.

The Ghost is a high-quality modern CAN bus immobiliser that provides the best protection against key cloning relay theft, and car hacking. It's simple to install and is inaccessible to thieves. It cannot be disarmed through simple wire cutting. This makes it a must-have for anyone who wants to protect their vehicle.