Protect Your Pride And Joy With The Ghost Immobiliser

Secure your prized possessions against theft by using the Ghost Immobiliser. This system is discrete and does not require any additional key fobs.

The device utilizes buttons on your vehicle (steering wheels doors, door panels and the centre console) to generate a unique pin sequence that can be changed up to 20 times. This will then allow the startup of your vehicle.

Simple process to change the PIN code

With the growing rate of vehicle theft, a lot of owners are looking to upgrade their security. There are a myriad of security devices that are sold aftermarket, from tracking systems to immobilisers and alarms. However they do not all are equally effective in protecting your car. A tracking system may help you locate your vehicle if it's stolen, but it will not prevent the crime. Immobilisers, however perform exactly as they say on the label - they shut down the motor of your car to prevent it from being started. The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is one of the most advanced options on the market, making it virtually impossible for thieves to take your car.

The ghost device utilizes the buttons on your car to generate a unique sequence that must be entered in order for the engine to start. This can be accomplished using the indicator stalk or window buttons. There is also a mobile app that can be used as an emergency PIN override, allowing the driver to operate their vehicle without the need to use the button sequence. This is a great solution for those who want to offer your car to valet parking or servicing. The immobiliser will stay in operation.

The Ghost is an unique and innovative device that works by using the buttons on your vehicle rather than as a standalone device. It is not only an effective deterrent to theft of your vehicle, but it can be used to secure any future vehicles you may own. This makes it a better investment than a traditional wheel lock.

Weatherproof small device

The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is a high-tech security system that guards your pride and joy against key cloning, hacking & ECU swapping. It is a small weatherproof device that communicates with the ECU of your vehicle directly over the CAN bus to stop the motor. It can be plugged into the vehicle without the need for extra wiring and has been extensively tested to ensure that it works with all vehicles. It is also indestructible to jamming devices, which is a common technique used by car thieves to circumvent existing immobilisers.

The advantage of CAN data over traditional systems is that they operate silently. It isn't detected by sophisticated RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies and is also undetectable by traditional diagnostic tools. The Autowatch ghost doesn't produce LED indicators and instead uses the buttons on your vehicle like the steering wheel, centre console or door panels to create a unique, programmable disarm sequence. You can even create a sequence that is up to 20 presses long for added security. The iPhone app permits one, authorized connection with the pairing code unique to the Ghost and communication between the two is encrypted.

The Ghost also prevents thieves from stealing an additional key or replacing the ECU to bypass the immobiliser and begin the engine. It will only allow the engine to start when the correct PIN code is entered. It can also be put into Valet/Service mode for temporary operation (with set parameters such as 30mph speed limit) to allow you to give your car to a valet service to be serviced without needing to enter a PIN.

Tested for each vehicle

The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket CANbus immobiliser. It can be connected to the wiring of your vehicle and also to the engine control unit (ECU). The device detects signals to stop your car from starting normally until you enter a specific code. The system can be turned off or on by using your smartphone app without the need for additional wires.

The standard factory immobilisers work with a transponder which is embedded in the key. It transmits a message to the ECU. If the correct code is sent the car will start, but if a transponder is swapped with one from another vehicle the immobiliser cannot recognize it. This makes it possible for the vehicle to be stolen and then started. A South African company that is at the forefront of car security systems technology developed the Ghost immobiliser. It protects you from key cloning or hacking, and even key theft. Only by physically towing your car away could a thief steal it, and they would still not be able to drive the vehicle.

Ghost utilizes the buttons of your vehicle, Trackers including the indicator stalk, steering wheel and door panels to generate a unique PIN code that is changeable that needs to be entered before you can use your car. This is not required to use additional hardware, such as key fobs and can be as long as 20 presses long. It is also inaccessible to diagnostic equipment and does transmit radio frequency signals, which means thieves are not able to use sophisticated RF scanners or code-grabbing technologies to identify that an installation has been made.

Ghost is more difficult to remove than car alarms, trackers which require disarming by pressing a series of buttons. This makes it an excellent alternative to a GPS tracker which helps locate your car after it's been stolen.

Override of emergency PIN code

You do not have to look far on social media for stories or videos about cars that were stolen using the most advanced technology tools. This includes key-cloning devices as well as hacking tools that allow them to start the car without your original keys.

The Ghost immobiliser helps combat this and provides you with an additional layer of security to stop your vehicle from being taken when it is targeted by thieves. It is created by creating an unique pin code push sequence using the buttons you have on the steering wheel, door panel and the centre console. The unique pin code is entered alongside the original key fob to prevent the engine from beginning. The unique override pin can be found on a black card that you will receive after the installation. It is simple to remember because there aren't any LED indicators.

The device is hidden inside the vehicle's wires, and does not emit radio signals, so it isn't able to be detected by modern thieves using diagnostic software that is able to identify the security system you have installed. This makes it a great alternative to a tracker.

Contrary to most security systems that have a relay inside the engine bay, these CANBUS Immobilisers connect with the vehicle's ECU and BCM via the CAN data bus (brand dependant). This enables them to shut down the vehicle completely through an electronic block of commands to both the ECU and the engine.

It is also possible to connect an analogue immobiliser, alarm or tracker to these systems but this must be specified before installing the device. They are also fully service/valet mode-compatible and are a great alternative to a tracker you have your car checked for repairs to an electrical issue at the dealers.

Service/Valet Mode

In recent times, there has been a rise in the number of vehicles being stolen without the owners keys. With easy access to key cloning equipment & door lock pick sets, it is now easier than ever for thieves to take your pride and joy. To combat this we now offer the Autowatch ghost immobiliser problems immobiliser that prevents your vehicle from being driven even if your keys have been cloned or your vehicle has been stolen.

It connects directly to your car's ECU (Engine Control Unit), via the CAN data loop. It is completely silent, because it does not utilize radio frequencies or key fobs. It isn't detected by diagnostics or any other hacking device. It also stops you from introducing the new ECU or key to bypass the system, since only the PIN code allows the engine to be started.

The device is hidden within your car, using buttons on the steering wheel, the centre console and door panels. A unique & changeable PIN code sequence up to 20 digits has to be entered before you are able to start your car.

This is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser that is being developed. It will prevent your vehicle from being started or driven if you don't enter a PIN code first. If the device is activated and you try to drive off it will display an indication on your dash that will flash on a regular basis for approximately 300m. If you enter your PIN code at this point, it will disable the anti-hijack and your car will continue to drive in the normal way. If you do not enter your PIN code at this point, the warning will keep flashing & will require a new PIN code every attempt to start your vehicle.