Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always seeking ways to stop car theft, which is on the rise. Ghost immobilisers do exactly that.

It's the only aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser that guards against key cloning or hacking and prevents thieves from stealing your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals

Contrary to other devices for physical protection against theft like wheel locks or steering wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers have been designed to be hidden and undetectable. They are integrated into vehicle buttons and provide protection against key copying. auto ghost immobiliser immobilisers prevent the engine from running until you enter a chosen PIN code sequence alongside your key fob. The PIN code can be up to 20 presses long and is modified by the driver through an app or buttons on the vehicle. If you do not remember your pin, a button fails or you sell your vehicle, there's an emergency PIN code specific to each device that can be used to reset the system.

Ghost immobilisers also have the benefit of being undetectable by devices for diagnostics and do not emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves are unable to utilize sophisticated scanning techniques to detect a security device. They also make use of CAN data network, which doesn't require wire cutting for installation and is more quiet.

Ghost immobilisers may not be Thatcham certified, but they are TASSA-approved. Certain insurers offer lower rates for insurance to vehicles that have an aftermarket immobiliser. However, they are accepted as an additional layer of security that can deter thieves.

Contrary to immobilisers that are factory fitted, the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a variety of vehicles such as motorhomes, vans, electric cars and ride-on lawnmowers. This makes it more adaptable than other anti-theft devices and it can be used in conjunction with vehicle trackers to create the best car security package.

MotorGuard can provide more details about the brand new Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch. We are the Midlands' leading security and car installation experts. We can provide you with a professional, friendly service that will help protect your happiness and pride. We are also proud to provide a no-cost, no-obligation quote on all of our services and products. We can help you choose the right system to suit your car.

No Key Fobs or LED Indications

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

The device connects to the CAN (Control Area Network) which allows you to choose a unique PIN push sequence that can be up to 20 digits which will start your Range Rover or Land Rover J. This is similar to the way you enter the pin code to protect your credit card. It is not affected by the process of cloning or ECU swapping which can disable the factory immobiliser.

It is small and weatherproof, making it almost impossible to spot by a thief. It also connects to the CAN data bus and so it operates in a quiet manner, making it difficult to spot. This makes it a great addition to your security system. It is particularly useful since it can be utilized with other Autowatch technologies, such as the Ghost Bluetooth tag. The tag lets you start your car without entering your PIN or the Ghost app.

Another benefit of the ghost immobiliser is that it does not leave visible marks on the interior of your car which is an issue with some other security products sold on the market. This is especially appealing to those who want to keep their vehicle as original as possible when it comes to selling.

The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is a TASSA approved product that could reduce your insurance costs because it reduces the chance of your car being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted specialist in vehicle security and installer. Our highly trained installers are ready to install this discrete and efficient security solution to your pride and joy. Contact us now to discuss your needs or schedule an appointment at our workshop in Coventry.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

Contrary to key fobs that require codes to unlock the ECU and start your vehicle, ghost immobilisers communicate with the vehicle's ECU via its own CAN data network. They are therefore unnoticeable, silent and inaccessible to diagnostic tools. Additionally, the technology used in these systems ensures that they can be fitted to a wide range of vehicles including trucks, motorhomes and plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system has been designed to offer complete protection against theft. It blocks your vehicle from being started without the PIN code or the smartphone app that has the Ghost app installed. This is an extremely high level of security that can help safeguard your vehicle from hacking, key cloning and ECU swapping.

It's secure because it doesn't require any additional elements like key fobs or LED indicators. The device uses the buttons on your door and steering wheel instead to create a sequence that can be altered prior to the start of your car. This can be as long as 20 steps and works similarly to the PIN number on credit cards.

The device is also completely hidden, meaning that thieves can't locate it. Furthermore, it doesn't make use of radio signals and operates on the CAN data network, which makes it unnoticeable to thieves using RF scanners.

A lot of thieves attempt to remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to hide it, however, this method is only attainable by professionals who have access to specialist equipment. Ghost immobilisers protect your vehicle from a variety of kinds of vehicle thefts.

In addition, it could be used in conjunction with an iPhone which you'll need to have if you want to start the engine when your car is in a garage at work or at home. This allows you to access your car and drive without the need for a PIN code as the app can detect your phone when it is within the vicinity of. This feature is available on any version of Autowatch Ghost, and you can connect as many smartphones to it as you like.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser system is a quiet and discreet device that protects your car unlike any other. It is undetectable by thieves & impossible to start without a PIN code or app authorisation. It also prevents key signal jamming, cloning and device spoofing that are commonly used techniques to bypass standard car immobilisers.

The Ghost is a unit that is hidden in the wiring harness in 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 vehicle without the proper sequence. The device is small and weatherproof, making it virtually invisible to thieves. It can be hidden in a dash panel, under the steering wheel or in any other part of the vehicle.

Our installation process is fast and easy with most installations taking about two hours. We give a full detailed demonstration of how the Ghost operates and then hand over the owner's manual, installation certification, the emergency card, and make sure you are happy with the product before you leave.

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

The Autowatch Ghost is compatible with many different vehicles. It can also be fitted to motorbikes, motorhomes and caravans & ride on lawn mowers. Immobilisers can be fitted to any vehicle, as long as it has a power source.

The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like a pin code) using the buttons on the original key fob that came with your vehicle. This sequence must be entered prior to you can start the engine. It can take up to 20 actions, and it can be altered by the driver at any time. This is a more secure method of security when compared to using a key fob, because nobody else will be able drive your car. This prevents thieves from hacking the system to gain access to the key code or other information transmitted to the ECU of the vehicle from it.