Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always looking for ways to prevent car theft, which is on the rise. Ghost immobilisers are a perfect solution for that.

It's the first-ever aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that protects your vehicle from hacking, key cloning or keyless entry. It also stops thieves driving away with your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals

Ghost immobilisers, unlike other physical anti-theft measures like steering wheel locks or wheel clamps are designed to be undetectable and hidden. They are built into car buttons and offer protection against key copying. Ghost immobilisers stop the engine from beginning until you input a PIN code together with your key fob. This PIN code is up to 20 presses long, and can be modified by the driver through an app or buttons on the vehicle. If you forget your pin, a button fails or you sell your car, there's an emergency PIN code specific to every device that can be used to reset the system.

As an added bonus Ghost immobilisers aren't detected by diagnostic tools and do not emit radio frequency signals so thieves aren't able to use sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of an immobiliser. They also make use of the CAN data network, which does not require wire cutting after installation and is quieter than other immobilisers.

Although ghost immobiliser 2 immobilisers aren't Thatcham approved but they are TASSA approved and some insurance companies offer lower rates on insurance for vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser. They are nevertheless recognized as an extra layer of security and have the potential to deter thieves from targeting your car's most prized possessions.

Unlike factory-fitted immobilisers, the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a variety of vehicles, including motorhomes electric cars, vans, and ride-on lawnmowers. This makes it more adaptable than other anti-theft devices and is able to be combined with vehicle trackers to create the best car security package.

MotorGuard can provide more details on the brand new Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch. We are Midlands most trusted car security experts and installers. We offer an experienced and professional service to help you secure your car's pride and joy. We provide a free quote on all of our products and services. We can also assist you choose the best solution for your car.

No key fobs or LED indicators

As opposed to a lock for the wheel or other physical anti-theft devices ghost immobiliser is incorporated into your vehicle's wiring so it cannot be removed or bypassed. It's also more difficult to find or hack since it doesn't utilize key-fobs or LED indicators.

The device is connected to your vehicle's CAN (Control Area Network), enabling you to select a unique PIN push sequence that can be up to 20 digits - that is required to start your Range Rover or Land Rover J. This is similar to the way you enter a pin code on your bank card to protect it. It is not affected by cloning, or ECU swapping that would normally disable the factory immobiliser.

As it uses your vehicles existing buttons, it is weatherproof and tiny which makes it nearly impossible for thieves to recognize. It communicates with CAN bus, which means it is also silent and difficult to detect. This makes it a great addition to your security system. It is particularly useful because it can be used in conjunction with other Autowatch technologies, such as the Ghost Bluetooth tag. The tag allows you to start your car without entering your PIN code or the Ghost app.

The ghost immobiliser also has the benefit of not leaving visible marks in your vehicle. This can be an issue with other security devices that are aftermarket. This is especially attractive for those who wish to keep their car as authentic as possible when it comes to selling.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser, a TASSA-approved product, may reduce your insurance rates as it lowers the risk of your car being stolen. It is available for purchase from MotorGuard the Midlands the most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. Our highly trained installers are ready to fit this discreet and efficient security solution to your car's security. Contact us today to discuss any requirements or to schedule an appointment in our Coventry workshop.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

In contrast to key fobs, which utilize a code to unlock the ECU and start your vehicle ghost immobilisers connect to the car's ECU through its own CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable, silent and inaccessible to diagnostic tools. These systems can be fitted to various vehicles such as motorhomes and trucks and plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system was designed to provide total protection against theft. It will stop your vehicle from starting without having either the unique PIN or the smartphone application with the ghost application installed on it. This is a high level of security that will protect your vehicle against key cloning. Hacking and ECU Swapping.

The reason why it is safe is that there is no requirement to add additional components like key fobs or LED indicators, or remotes. Instead, the device utilizes your existing buttons on the steering wheel and door panels to generate a changeable sequence that must be entered before the car will start. This can be up to 20 actions long, and functions similarly to a PIN code on your credit card.

The device is also completely hidden, so that thieves can't locate it. It also doesn't use radio waves and is based on the CAN network, which makes it completely invisible to thieves who employ scanners with RF.

A lot of thieves attempt to remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to avoid detection. However, this method can only be carried out by professionals with access to specialist equipment. This is why the ghost immobiliser is so efficient and can be used to protect your pride and joy against many different kinds of vehicle thefts.

In addition, it can also be paired with an iPhone which you'll require if want to start the engine of your vehicle when it is in a garage at work or at home. This allows you to get in and drive without having to enter PIN codes as the app can detect your phone when it's within close proximity. This functionality is available on any model of the Autowatch Ghost and can be used with as many smartphones as you'd like.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser is a silent and discrete device that protects your car like no other. It is unnoticeable by thieves and impossible to start without your PIN code or app authorization. It also prevents key signal jamming, cloning and device spoofing that are commonly employed to circumvent the standard car immobilisers.

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

Installation is fast and painless Installation is quick and easy, taking only 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 give you an emergency card.

We are a reputable installer for Ghost and we are the only company in Ireland with this accreditation. You can rest assured that you will receive a high-quality installation from a professional company.

The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a wide range of vehicles. It can be added to motorhomes, caravans, motorbikes & ride on lawn mowers. Immobilisers can be added to any vehicle so long as it is powered by a power source.

The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like a pin code) using the buttons on the original key fob of your vehicle. This sequence must be entered before you can start the engine. The driver is able to alter the sequence at anytime. It can include up to 20 actions. This is a far more secure method of security than using a key fob by itself because it ensures that no one else can drive your vehicle. This stops thieves from hacking the system in order to gain access the key code or any information that is transmitted to the ECU of the vehicle through it.