Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser Fitter

The technology has evolved to keep up with the growing sophistication of car thieves. Autowatch Ghost immobiliser uses your vehicle's buttons on the steering wheel and on the centre console to create an individual pincode sequence that needs to be entered prior to driving your car.

The device is not detectable by thieves, utilizes CAN data and has no circuit breakers, which makes it a safe and simple-to-install system. RCA Cheadle is an approved Ghost immobiliser installer and member of TASSA.

No key fobs or LED indicators

The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-based immobiliser designed to protect your vehicle against key-cloning and theft, as well as hacking. It is silently operated and is integrated into the CAN network of your car.

The buttons on the steering wheel and the door panels of your vehicle generate a unique, re-usable PIN code (up to 20 presses) which must be entered prior to driving. This is the same method you use to access mobile banking or your credit card. You can change it at any time. You can do this in seconds with your smartphone and the application you downloaded. Or, if you prefer using your keyfob.

This is a crucial characteristic of the system that thieves will find difficult to break or get rid of as it does not require any additional electronics, like the key fob. The criminal is unable to guess the code and will have a tough time finding a way to escape it. It's also unrecognizable by diagnostics as there are no radio signals being broadcast and can't be detected by RF scanning technology that has been used to deceive security systems in recent years.

It's also weatherproof and fits inside an extremely small waterproof device that is plugged into the wiring harness of your vehicle at any point within your vehicle. It won't damage or leave marks on your vehicle and is a great option for those who are concerned about their cars and want to improve their security.

The greatest thing about it is that there aren't any signals sent. This means that thieves can't tell whether they have hacked the security device or try to get around it. It's an excellent addition to the security of any car owner, particularly since criminals are increasingly targeting the latest vehicles with their sophisticated technology.

No Radio Signals

Like the previous example, unlike vehicle security devices that require an ID card or special pin code to turn off the ghost immobiliser, the ghost works in a silent manner and doesn't emit any radio signals. It is connected directly to the CAN bus, which means thieves is unable to finding its presence. The immobiliser will not start your vehicle until you have entered the right PIN sequence. This can only be done by pressing a series of buttons in a specific sequence. This can be easily controlled by using the application.

This makes it more secure than other immobilisers which use passive systems, where the immobiliser only disconnects the ECU from power if there is a key present and there is an active signal on board. These systems can be disabled by using a tag or a keypad, by entering a pin number into the keypad, or by pressing a particular sequence of buttons. However, the ghost immobiliser cannot be disabled this way and, therefore, if you've had your car tow-ed or stolen, you will not be allowed to return it until you enter the correct pin code.

The ghost immobiliser is designed to resist the most sophisticated theft methods, such as copying. This is due to the fact that thieves might attempt to duplicate your key fob, or even hack your vehicle's ECU in order to override the security. The CAN immobiliser blocks this by generating an individual pin code each time you start your car. This means that any duplicate keys or systems for overriding will not work.

Additionally, the CAN immobiliser is a great protection against signal boost and is often used by thieves to thwart the factory-fitted immobilisers. This makes it one of the most effective and reliable immobilisers we fit at Progressive Parts. This is the reason it is insurance-approved, and it is also a favourite with customers who have to surrender their vehicle to valet parking or a service. It has a "Service Mode" that allows you to drive your car for a short period of time without the need for PIN codes. This is helpful when your guests or valet drivers are able to drive your vehicle.

No Circuit Cuts

Car theft in recent years has become increasingly common with organised thieves using sophisticated diagnostic devices to identify fitted security systems. The Ghost is designed to counter this by not making circuit cuts, it is undetectable by any diagnostics and operates silently on the vehicles CAN data circuit. It connects to the vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit) and a unique PIN code is entered that must be entered before the engine can start. This means that thieves cannot just add a new key or replace the ECU to steal your vehicle, they will have to enter the correct pin code first.

The system features the option of allowing your vehicle to be driven and started without requiring your personal PIN. This is ideal for when your vehicle is getting its services, or when you're required to leave the vehicle with a valet business or mechanic. You can also turn the switch on and off at any time so that no one else will be able to start your vehicle even if you're there.

Our team of experts will help you protect your joy and security. We can assist you in choosing the best system for protecting your vehicle from key cloning and hacking. We also offer solutions to guard against stolen keys.

During our full Ghost installation process, we will provide a full demonstration of how much is a ghost immobiliser the device operates and will hand over the owner's manuals as well as the installer's certificate and an Ghost emergency card for your peace of mind. We are fully insured and certified to install the Ghost device and offer an assurance should something go wrong during or after the installation.

The Autowatch Ghost is a discrete, next generation device that is connected to your vehicle's CAN data network and has a customised PIN code that you can set with our team. The PIN code is entered using buttons on the dashboard and steering wheel to turn off your vehicle's engine. It's a small weatherproof device that is unable to be detected using traditional methods. There are no indicators with LEDs, and it's completely concealed during the installation and fitting. The Ghost is inaccessible to advanced, high-end RF scanning and code-grabbing technology. It's also a completely reversible device which can be put in place or removed at any time.

No RF Scanning

Standard immobilisers are made to prevent your vehicle from starting when you do not have the correct key fob or code. It does this by sending an alarm to the ECU, which is then acknowledged by the engine control unit and will shut down any component of the system that may be compromised.

Modern thieves are striving to stay a step ahead of automobile manufacturers and have become more adept at using techniques like key cloning hacking (relay attacks) and even key theft itself. The thieves are often able to enter your home and fish through your letterbox. They might also take your car keys from the ignition or in your handbag.

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that protects you from all of these dangers. It connects to the CAN bus, operates silently without radio signals and can't be detected by RF scanners used by organised criminals. It has been TASSA-verified and endorsed by insurance companies, so you can be assured that it's safe to use and won't impact your warranty.

Ghost II is not detectable by diagnostic tools, unlike an immobiliser that is installed at the factory. It's also not dependent on any other alarms, immobilisers or trackers that you may have installed. This makes it a powerful standalone solution that can't be removed.

It's also easy to use - just enter your pin code, and your car will begin. The immobiliser has an option for service valet which can be activated using the buttons on the steering wheel or the door panels. This is useful when you want to leave your car for valet services or transport it to a garage. You can change the pin code as often as you wish, too to ensure that your vehicle is secure at all times. If you're interested to have an Ghost immobiliser fitted to your vehicle contact us today to find out more and book your appointment with our garage in Liverpool.