Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always looking for ways to prevent car theft as it increases. Ghost immobilisers are a perfect solution for what it says on the tin.

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

No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals

Ghost immobilisers, unlike other physical measures to prevent theft, such as steering wheel locks or wheel clamps are designed to be invisible and hidden. Integrated into the vehicle's buttons, they provide protection against key hacking, cloning, ECU swapping, and even key theft. Ghost immobilisers prevent the engine from starting unless you enter a pre-determined PIN code along with your key fob. The PIN code can be as long as 20 presses long and is changeable by the driver via an app or the vehicle's buttons. If you forget your pin or a button breaks, or if you sell your car, you can use an emergency PIN code that is unique to each device to reset the system.

Ghost immobilisers also have the benefit of being undetectable by diagnostic equipment and don't emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves can't utilize sophisticated scanning technology to identify an immobiliser. They also use the CAN data network which does not require cutting wires upon installation and is more quiet than other immobilisers.

Ghost immobilisers might not be Thatcham approved, but they are TASSA-approved. Certain insurers offer lower insurance rates to vehicles equipped with an aftermarket immobiliser. They are nevertheless recognized as an extra layer of security and are able to deter thieves from targeting your car's most prized possessions.

In contrast to factory-fitted immobilisers Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a range of vehicles, including motorhomes electric cars, vans, and ride-on lawnmowers. This makes it more versatile than other anti-theft systems and it can be used in conjunction with vehicle trackers for the most effective car security system.

MotorGuard will provide you with more details about the new Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch. We are the Midlands most trusted security and vehicle installation specialists. We are able to provide you with a professional and helpful service that will ensure your security and peace of mind. We provide a free quote on all our services and products. We can also help you select the right system for your car.

No Key Fobs or LED Signs

As opposed to a lock for the wheel or other anti-theft devices that are physically installed, the ghost immobiliser is integrated into the wiring of your vehicle which means it can't be removed or removed or bypassed. Additionally, since it does not utilize LED indications or key-fobs it is far more difficult to hack and locate than a standard factory-installed immobiliser.

The device works by linking up to your vehicles CAN (Control Area Network) system and enabling an individual PIN code push sequence that you choose - which can be as long as 20 digits in length - that must be entered before your Range Rover or Land Rover J will start. This is like how you enter the pin code to protect your credit card. It's also not affected by the process of cloning, or ECU swapping, which would normally disable your factory immobiliser.

Since it is based on your vehicle's existing buttons, it is weatherproof and incredibly small, meaning that it is almost impossible for a thief to detect. It also connects to the CAN data bus, which means that it is completely silent, making it difficult to identify. This makes it the perfect supplement to your security system and is especially useful because it can be used with other Autowatch technologies, such as the Ghost Bluetooth tag, which allows you to start your car without the need to enter your PIN, or the ghost app.

Another benefit of the ghost immobiliser is that it will not leave any visible marks on the interior of your car which could be an issue with other security products sold on the market. This is especially appealing for those who want to keep their pride-and-joy as authentic as they can for reselling.

The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is an TASSA approved product and may lower your insurance costs since it reduces the chance of your vehicle being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. Our certified installers are prepared to fit this discreet and effective security solution for your car's security. Contact us today to discuss your needs or make an appointment with 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 immobiliser cost immobilisers communicate with the car's ECU via its own CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable, quiet and unhackable by diagnostic tools. Furthermore, the technology in these systems ensures that they can be fitted to a wide variety of vehicles, including motorhomes, trucks and plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system was designed to protect you completely from theft. It blocks your vehicle from starting without a unique PIN code or smartphone application with the Ghost app installed. This is a incredibly secure level of security that can safeguard your vehicle from key cloning, hacking and ECU swapping.

It's secure because it doesn't require any additional components like key fobs or LED indicators. The device makes use of the buttons on your door and steering wheel instead to create a sequence that can be changed before your car starts. This could be as long as 20 steps and is similar to the PIN number on a credit card.

The device is 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 inaccessible to thieves using RF scanning devices.

Many car thieves will try and remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to hide it, however, this method is only attainable by experts who have access to specialist equipment. This is why the ghost immobiliser is effective and can be utilized to protect your pride and joy against a lot of different types of vehicle thefts.

In addition, it could be linked to an iPhone which you'll 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 the need for a PIN code as the app will recognize your phone if it is within the vicinity of. This feature is available on any model of the Autowatch Ghost and can be connected to as many smartphones as you want.

Service Mode

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

The Ghost is a 'hidden' unit that is tucked away in the wiring harness on your dashboard. It connects to the data network in your CAN vehicle and communicates with engine control units which makes it impossible to start your car if you do not follow the proper sequence. The device is small and weatherproof, making it virtually invisible to thieves. It can be concealed under a dash panel or 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, and the emergency card and ensure you are completely satisfied with the product prior to leaving.

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

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

The Ghost Immobiliser uses the buttons on your vehicle's original key fob to generate an encrypted sequence to disarm (like a PIN code) which must be entered before the engine can be started. This could be as long as 20 steps and can be altered by the driver at any time. This is a more secure method of security than using the key fob alone since it guarantees that nobody else is able to operate your vehicle. It also stops thieves from hacking the system to gain access to your key code or information that is transmitted to the vehicle's ECU from it.