Ghost Immobiliser Review

As car theft increases, consumers are constantly looking for ways to stop it. The ghost immobiliser does exactly that.

It's the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, which protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking or keyless entry and even keeps thieves from taking your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals

Unlike other physical anti-theft devices like wheel locks or steering 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. A ghost immobiliser will prevent the engine from running until you enter a PIN number together with your key fob. This PIN code can be up to 20 presses long, and is alterable by the driver through an app or the buttons of the vehicle. If you forget your pin a button breaks, or if you sell your vehicle you can utilize an emergency PIN code that's unique to each device to reset the system.

Ghost immobilisers have the added benefit of being unnoticeable by diagnostic equipment and don't emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves can't use sophisticated scanning technology to identify an immobiliser. They also use the CAN data network that does not require wire cutting after installation and is quieter than other immobilisers.

Although ghost immobilisers are not Thatcham approved but they are TASSA approved and some insurance companies offer reduced insurance rates for vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser. However, they are regarded as an additional layer of security that can deter thieves.

Autowatch Ghost is unlike factory-fitted immobilisers as it can be used with a range of vehicles such as vans and motorhomes. It also works with electric cars, ride-on lawnmowers, and motorhomes. This makes it more versatile than other anti-theft systems and is able to be combined with vehicle trackers to provide the best car security package.

If you'd like to learn more about the benefits of securing your car with the latest Ghost immobiliser by Autowatch and Autowatch, then contact us here at MotorGuard. We are the Midlands most trusted car installation and security specialists. We can provide you with a prompt, friendly service that will protect your happiness and pride. We also provide a no-cost, no-obligation quote on all of our services and products. We can assist you in choosing the best system for your car.

No key fobs or LED indicators.

Ghost immobilisers are incorporated into the wiring of your vehicle, which means they are not able to be removed or bypassed. It's also more difficult to locate or hack because it doesn't have key fobs or LED indicators.

The device is connected up to your vehicles CAN (Control Area Network) system and creating the creation of a unique PIN code push sequence that you select - which could be up to 20 digits long - that must be entered before your Range Rover or Land Rover J will start. This is like the way in which you would enter a pin number on your bank card to secure it. It is not affected by cloning, or ECU swapping which would normally disable the factory immobiliser.

It is small and weatherproof, making it almost impossible to be detected by a burglar. It also communicates with the CAN data bus, and as such it operates in a quiet manner, making it difficult to identify. This makes the device an ideal complement to your security systems. It is especially useful because it can be used in conjunction with 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 has the benefit of not leaving visible marks inside your vehicle. This could be an issue with other aftermarket security devices. This is especially attractive for those who wish to keep their pride and joy as original as possible when it comes to selling.

The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is an TASSA approved product that can reduce your insurance costs because it decreases the likelihood of your car being stolen. It is available to order from MotorGuard which is the Midlands' leading vehicle security specialist and installer. Our highly trained installers are ready to fit this discreet and efficient security solution to your vehicle's pride and joy. You can contact us today to discuss your needs or book an appointment at our workshop in Coventry.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

In contrast to key fobs, which require codes to unlock the ECU and start your vehicle ghost immobilisers connect to the car's ECU via its own CAN data network. This makes them undetectable by diagnostic tools, silent and unhackable. These systems can be fitted to many different vehicles including trucks and motorhomes, as well as plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system was designed to provide total 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 an extremely secure level of security that will help to safeguard your vehicle from key cloning, hacking and ECU swapping.

It's secure as it does not require any extra components such as key fobs or LED indicators. The device utilizes the buttons on your door panels and steering wheel instead to generate the sequence that is changed before your car starts. It can be as long as 20 actions long, and is similar in function to a PIN number on your credit card.

The device is also completely hidden, meaning that thieves can't locate it. It also doesn't make use of radio waves and operates on the CAN network, which makes it totally invisible to thieves who use RF scanning devices.

Many 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 professionals with access to specialised equipment. This is the reason why the ghost immobiliser is effective and can be used to protect your pride and joy against a lot of different types of vehicle thefts.

In addition, it could be linked to an iPhone that you will require if are planning to start the engine when your car is parked at home or work. This allows you to enter and drive without having to enter a PIN code as the app can detect your phone when it is within close proximity. This functionality is available on all models of the Autowatch Ghost and can be used with as many smartphones as you'd like.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 Immobiliser System is a discrete silent, next-generation device that will protect your vehicle unlike any other. It is unnoticeable by thieves and is impossible to start without a PIN code or app authorisation. It also prevents key cloning, signal jamming & device spoofing which are commonly used techniques to bypass standard car immobilisers.

The Ghost is a unit that is 'hidden' in the wiring harness that is behind your dashboard. The unit then connects to your vehicle's CAN data network and communicates with engine control units, making it impossible to start your car without the correct sequence. The device is tiny and weatherproof, making it virtually invisible to thieves. It can be concealed in a dash panel, under the steering wheel or any other area of the vehicle.

Our installation process is fast and easy with most installs taking around two hours. We provide a thorough demonstration of how the Ghost functions and hand over the owner's manuals, installation certification, the emergency card and ensure you are happy with the product before leaving.

We are the only business to have this level of accreditation in Ireland. You can be assured that you will receive a quality installation from a professional company.

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

The Ghost Immobiliser uses the buttons on the original key fob to generate an unintentional disarm sequence (like a PIN code) that needs to be entered before the engine can begin. The driver can change the sequence at any time. It can be comprised of up to 20 actions. This is a more secure method of security than using the key fob on its own because it ensures that no one else can drive your vehicle. It also deters thieves from attempting to gain access to your key code, or the information that is transmitted to the vehicle's ECU from it.