What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

An immobiliser is a security device that stops your car from starting if you do not have the right key or fob. It can also help reduce your car insurance costs.

The ghost system creates an individual pin code by using the buttons on your vehicle's steering wheel, centre console or door panels. You can alter it. Think of it like an PIN for credit cards however, it is much more secure (up to 20 button press). It is invisible and silently works through the CAN network.

Easy to install

Ghost immobilisers is also known as a PIN code blocker is a device mounted on your car's engine that prevents it from being started when the PIN code is not entered correctly. It's not just easy to install, but also tamper-proof and therefore an excellent choice for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser. it protects your vehicle as nothing else available today. It stops your vehicle from key-cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even theft of your keys inside your home. It also blocks the engine of your vehicle until you enter your unique PIN or your app is used to permit the engine to begin.

Since it's part of the CAN data network of your vehicle, there is no wiring that needs to be connected, which means that it cannot be detected by sophisticated scanners or even deactivated with a simple wire cutting. It's also unnoticeable by professional thieves who use these methods since it doesn't transmit signals that can be identified with diagnostic tools and does not emit a distinctive chirp when activated like many other systems on the market.

This device uses the original buttons in your vehicle (steering wheels door panels, doors, or centre consoles) to generate a unique and changeable PIN sequence that only you can access. The code is entered using your smartphone or a secret button on the Ghost device, and it is impossible for anyone else to use this sequence to start your vehicle unless they are your. This is why it's such an effective deterrent for criminals as there's no way they could escape without your noticing and alerting them to your presence in your vehicle.

If you change your vehicle during the course of ownership, you are able to move the Ghost from one vehicle to another so long as it has an CAN bus that is compatible. It's an easy process that does not affect your warranty since it is part of the CAN data network and doesn't require any modification to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is much less expensive and simpler to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.

No key-fobs or LED indications to give away its location

It's not surprising that we spend a a lot of dollars to keep our cars clean. But, it is important that we take care to keep our cars safe.

Unfortunately, criminals have become increasingly bold and can hack into the vehicle's keyless entry systems that allow them to steal your car even whilst keys are in the ignition or even inside the house. They could then use relay devices to clone the unique signal of your vehicle and start it without even knowing. Although these vehicles are usually equipped with a tracker this can be disabled using simple tricks.

Autowatch has developed an innovative solution to stop this, dubbed Ghost. It is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser on the market that protects your vehicle like nothing else. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) confirmed and insurance approved - meaning it can help you save money on your car insurance.

This revolutionary device was designed that it is undetectable to thieves. It makes use of the buttons on your steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN sequence up to 20 digits long which must be entered to start the engine. It is a system which is not able to be detected by codes grabbing or RF scanning technology. It is only disabled by a smartphone app downloaded via your key fob or the presence of two smartphones together.

It is also silent so thieves would not be able to tell that it was in your car. Also, since it is connected to the CAN network, it is unable to be disconnected from the ECU.

Other features include a valet mode that allows your vehicle to be started up temporarily to clean or service purposes, a PIN change function in the event of forgetting your PIN, and the maintenance and service mode so that you can still drive your car whenever you need to. The device can be placed in different locations in your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it in a way that there aren't permanent marks left on the interior of your car.

No technology for RF scanning or code-grabbing

The Ghost Immobiliser does not use RF scanning or code-grabbing technology, which is the main method used by thieves to steal the key fobs and gain access to your car's computer to create a blank key for your car. Instead, it uses the buttons already found in your steering wheel and dashboard to communicate with your car. This is why it's extremely discreet and invisible, as you cannot see the device in any way. The Ghost is connected to the CAN data network in your vehicle, so no additional wiring is required.

It blocks anyone from starting your car without a unique pin or smartphone authorisation which means you'll never be left with an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who rob your vehicle using relay theft or key cloning or ECU swapping will not be able to start it and are more likely to leave the vehicle alone.

The buttons on the steering wheel and dash are used to create a secret 'password. This code is only accessible to you (like a PIN on a bank card). The system will start the engine in the service valet mode if you press. This mode requires an additional PIN code or you can use the Autowatch App to unlock it from your phone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your car, allowing you to leave it for valeting or for a drive without fearing that it will be stolen or having keys that are not correct.

The Ghost is a subtle and cost-effective way to safeguard your vehicle from theft via contactless. It is TASSA approved and may reduce your insurance costs, so you can drive confidently knowing that your pride and joy is secure. The Ghost is suitable for a range of different vehicles including vans and motorhomes, so you can feel secure wherever you go. Call us today for your free estimate and installation of the Autowatch Ghost.

No extra wiring

The ghost immobiliser is installed directly into the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network, this is why it's so efficient. It doesn't require any keys from the market and instead utilizes the buttons on your current car steering wheel and dashboard to create an individual PIN sequence that is entered before the motor is able to start. This sequence can be as long or as short as you want and may even contain numbers or letters, making it as secure as a credit card. You can alter it at anytime.

It is important to know that ghost isn't Thatcham-approved, unlike wheel locks or other after-market tracker devices. However, due to the way the device functions, it is TASSA recognized and approved by a number of insurance companies as a security measure that can lower your premiums.

Because of its discrete method of working it is unable to be detected by thieves. It's an ideal choice for those who wish to ensure their vehicles are safe and secure while traveling abroad or working in conjunction with valet parking and service companies. The device can be set to Valet mode, which allows the driver of the vehicle to start the car and drive it with parameters such as a 30mph speed limit without needing to enter an entry code. The device is able to be deactivated and then fully reactivated upon returning to the car.

This feature is particularly useful for those who utilize their vehicles, like taxi drivers or valet services. It is also a great option for family, friends or work colleagues allowing them to temporarily start your car whilst it's in the garage to do maintenance or a wash. Once you're back in possession and the ghost 2 immobiliser near me can be activated again using the PIN code.

Unlike many other after - market security products The Ghost is sealed in its entirety and small, which means it can be concealed inside your vehicle. The Ghost's small size means that it is almost unnoticeable and will not damage your car in any way.