Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always looking for ways to prevent car thefts as they increase. Ghost immobilisers do exactly what it says on the tin.

It's the first-ever aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking or keyless entry, and stops thieves driving away with your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals

Unlike other physical anti-theft devices like steering wheel locks and wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers are designed to be covert and unnoticeable. They are integrated into the buttons of your vehicle they offer protection against key hacking, cloning, Ghost immobiliser fitting ECU swapping, and even key theft. Ghost immobilisers stop the engine from running until you enter a PIN number along with your key fob. The PIN code can be as long as 20 presses long and can be changed by the driver using an app or on the vehicle's buttons. If you do not remember your pin, a button fails or you sell your car There's an emergency PIN code that is unique to each device that can be used to reset the system.

Ghost immobilisers have the added benefit of being unnoticeable by devices for diagnostics and do not emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves cannot use sophisticated scanning techniques to detect an immobiliser. They also make use of CAN data network, which does not require wire cutting for installation and is more quiet.

Ghost immobilisers may not be Thatcham certified, but they are TASSA-approved. Some insurers will offer lower insurance rates to vehicles equipped with an aftermarket immobiliser. They are nonetheless recognized as an extra layer of security and have the potential to deter thieves from pursuing your vehicle of choice.

Autowatch Ghost is unlike factory-fitted immobilisers since it is compatible with a wide range of vehicles such as vans and motorhomes. It also works with electric cars or ride-on lawnmowers, as well as even motorhomes. This makes it far more adaptable than other anti-theft technologies and can be paired with vehicle trackers to provide the most comprehensive car security package.

MotorGuard can provide more details about the brand new Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch. We are Midlands the most reputable car security experts and installers and can provide an experienced and professional service to help you secure your car's pride and joy. We provide a no-obligation estimate on all our products and services. We can also help you choose the best security system for your vehicle.

No key fobs or LED indicators.

Unlike a wheel lock or other devices that are physical to prevent theft, a ghost immobilisers are integrated into the wiring of your vehicle, which means it can't be removed or removed or bypassed. It's also more difficult to locate or hack because it doesn't have key fobs or LED indicators.

The device works by linking to your vehicle's CAN (Control Area Network) system and it will allow you to enter an individual PIN code push sequence that you decide on - which can be as long as 20 digits long. This must be entered prior to when your Range Rover or Land Rover J will start. This is similar to how you would enter the pin code to secure your bank card. It is not affected by cloning, or ECU swapping, which can disable the factory immobiliser.

It is small and weatherproof, making it almost impossible to be detected by a burglar. It also communicates with the CAN data bus, which means that it operates in a quiet manner, making it difficult to detect. This makes it an ideal addition to your security systems and is particularly useful as it can be used alongside other Autowatch technologies like 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 can be an issue with other security products that are sold aftermarket. This is especially attractive for those who wish to keep their pride and joy as authentic as they can when it comes to reselling.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser Fitting immobiliser is a TASSA-approved product, may reduce your insurance costs since it reduces your chances of your car being robbed. MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted specialist in vehicle security and installer. Our installers are certified to install this secure and effective solution to protect your joy and pride. Contact us today to discuss any needs or to make an appointment in our Coventry workshop.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

Ghost immobilisers are different from key fobs, which utilize a code to unlock the ECU of your car and allow it to start to communicate with the ECU via the CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable, quiet and are not hacked by diagnostic tools. Additionally, the technology used in these systems means that they can be installed to a diverse range of vehicles including trucks, motorhomes, and plant machinery.

Our autowatch ghost immobiliser Ghost system was designed to offer complete protection against theft. It prevents your vehicle being started unless you have either the unique PIN or the smartphone application with the ghost application installed on it. This is an extremely high-security level that can safeguard your vehicle from hacking, key cloning and ECU swapping.

It is secure because it doesn't require any additional components like key fobs or LED indicators. The device makes use of the buttons on your steering wheel and door panels instead to create the sequence that is modified prior to your car's start. This can be up to 20 actions long and is similar in function to a PIN number on your credit card.

Additionally it is completely hidden and will not reveal the location of the device to thief. Furthermore, it doesn't make use of radio signals and operates on the CAN data network, which makes it unnoticeable to thieves using RF scanning devices.

Many thieves attempt to remove the chip from the CAN or replace it inside the ECU to keep it from being detected. But, this method is only possible by professionals with the appropriate tools. The ghost immobiliser can protect your car from various types of vehicle thefts.

In addition, it can also be paired with an iPhone that you will require if need to start your engine while your car is located at work or home. This lets you access your car and drive without the need for PIN codes as the app will recognize your phone if it is within close proximity. This functionality is available on any model of the Autowatch Ghost and can be connected to any smartphone you'd like.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser is a silent and discrete device that protects your car like no other. It is unnoticeable by thieves and it is impossible to start the vehicle without your PIN code or app authorisation. It also prevents key cloning, signal jamming & device spoofing which are commonly used to get around standard car immobilisers.

The Ghost is a hidden unit that sits inside the wiring harness behind your dashboard. The unit connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle and communicates with the engine control units to make it impossible to start the car without the correct sequence. The device is small and weatherproof, making it invisible to thieves. It can be concealed under a dash panel or beneath the steering wheel, or in any other part of the vehicle.

Installation is quick and easy Installation is quick and easy, taking only 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 make sure you are happy with the product before you leave.

We are the only business to have this level of accreditation in Ireland. You can be assured that you will receive a quality installation from a professional company.

The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a wide range of vehicles. It can be installed on motorhomes and caravans as well as motorbikes and ride-on lawn mowers. Immobilisers can be added to any vehicle so long as it has an energy source.

The Ghost Immobiliser uses the buttons on your car's original key fob to generate an encrypted sequence to disarm (like a PIN code) that needs to be entered before the engine can start. This could be as long as 20 steps and can be altered by the driver at anytime. This is a better method of security compared to using a key fob since nobody else will be able to drive your car. This prevents thieves from hacking the system in order to gain access the key code or other information that is transmitted to the ECU of the vehicle from it.