Ghost Immobiliser Review

As car theft rises, consumers are constantly looking for ways to prevent it. Ghost immobilisers are an innovative new device that can do just that.

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

No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals

Unlike other physical anti-theft devices like steering wheel locks and wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers are made to be concealed and fitting unnoticeable. They are integrated into car buttons and offer protection against key cloning. Ghost immobilisers will stop the engine from starting until you enter a PIN code along with your key fob. This code can be as long as 20 presses long, and is changeable by the driver via an app or on the vehicle's buttons. If you forget your pin, or an item breaks or you decide to sell your car, you can use an emergency PIN code that's unique to each device to reset the system.

Ghost immobilisers come with the benefit of being undetectable by diagnostic equipment and don't emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves are unable to use sophisticated scanning techniques to detect the security device. They also use the CAN data network that does not require cutting wires upon installation and is more quiet than other immobilisers.

Although ghost immobilisers aren't Thatcham approved, they are TASSA approved and some insurance companies offer lower rates on insurance for vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser fitted. However, they are accepted as an additional security measure that could deter thieves.

Contrary to immobilisers that are factory fitted, the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a range of vehicles such as motorhomes, electric cars, vans, and ride-on lawnmowers. This means that it is far more adaptable than other anti-theft technologies and can be used in conjunction with vehicle trackers to give you the most complete security for your car package.

If you would like to learn more about the benefits of securing your car by using the brand new Ghost immobiliser by Autowatch, then please contact us at MotorGuard. We are the Midlands most trusted security and car installation experts. We can provide you with a prompt, helpful service that will protect your happiness and pride. We offer a no-obligation quote on all of our products and services. We can also assist you choose the best security system for your vehicle.

No key fobs or LED indicators

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

The device is connected to your vehicle's CAN (Control Area Network), enabling you to choose a unique PIN push sequence that can be up to 20 digits in length - that is required to start your Range Rover or Land Rover J. It's similar to the way in which you would enter a pin code on your bank card to protect it. It's also not affected by the process of cloning, or ECU swapping that would normally disable the factory immobiliser.

Because it utilizes your vehicle's buttons, it is weatherproof and tiny, meaning that it what is a ghost immobiliser nearly impossible for thieves to recognize. It is connected to the CAN bus, so it is quiet and difficult to detect. This makes it a perfect addition to your security system and is especially useful because it can be used with 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.

The ghost immobiliser also has the advantage of not leaving visible marks inside your vehicle. This is an issue with other aftermarket security devices. This is particularly appealing for those who want to keep their pride and joy as authentic as is possible for reselling.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser, which is a approved by TASSA, can reduce your insurance costs since it reduces your chances of your car being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted security expert for vehicles and installer. Our certified installers are prepared to install this discrete and reliable security system for your vehicle's pride and joy. You can contact us now to discuss your requirements or book an appointment at our workshop in Coventry.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

Unlike key fobs which use a code to unlock the ECU and start your vehicle, ghost immobiliser fitting near me immobilisers communicate with the vehicle's ECU via its own CAN data network. This makes them undetectable by diagnostic tools, silent, and unhackable. These systems can be attached to many different vehicles such as trucks and motorhomes and fitting plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system was developed to provide complete protection against theft. It works to prevent your vehicle from being started until you have either the unique PIN or smartphone application with the ghost app downloaded on it. This is an extremely secure level of security that can safeguard your vehicle from hacking, key cloning and ECU swapping.

The reason why it is so secure is that there is no need to include additional components such as key fobs or LED indicators, or remotes. The device utilizes the buttons on your steering wheel and door panels instead of creating the sequence that is altered prior to the start of your car. This could be as long as 20 steps and functions similarly to the PIN code on credit cards.

The device is also completely hidden, so that thieves cannot find it. It also doesn't use radio waves and operates on the CAN network, which makes it totally invisible to thieves who employ scanners that scan RF.

Many thieves attempt to remove the chip from the CAN or replace it in the ECU to keep it from being detected. However, this technique is only possible for professionals with access to specialised tools. This is why the ghost immobiliser is so effective and can be used to protect your pride and joy against a lot of different types of vehicle thefts.

In addition, it can also be paired with an iPhone that you will require if you want to start the engine of your vehicle when it is in a garage at work or at home. This lets you get in and drive without having to enter PIN codes as the app can detect your phone if it is within close proximity. This feature is available for fitting any model of Autowatch Ghost, and you can connect as many smartphones it as you like.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 Immobiliser System is a discreet silent, quiet and next-generation device that safeguards your vehicle like no other. It is impossible to start your vehicle without a PIN number, or an app authorisation. It also prevents key signal jamming, cloning and device spoofing, which are frequently used to get around the standard car immobilisers.

The Ghost is a device that is 'hidden' in the wiring harness in your dash. The device connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle and communicates with the engine control units which makes it impossible to start your car without the correct sequence. The device is tiny and weatherproof, making it virtually invisible to thieves. It can be concealed in the dash, beneath the steering wheel, or anywhere else on the vehicle.

Our installation process is fast and easy with most installations taking about two hours. We explain how the Ghost works in detail and give you the owner manuals and Installation certification. We also supply the emergency card.

We are a recognized installer for Ghost and we are the only company in Ireland that is accredited with this certification. This means you can be sure that you will receive expert and high-quality installation.

The Autowatch Ghost is compatible with a large range of vehicles. It can be fitted to motorhomes and caravans, motorcycles and ride-on lawn mowers. Immobilisers can be added to any vehicle, as long as it is powered by an electrical source.

The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like pin codes) using the buttons on the original key fob that came with your vehicle. This sequence must be entered prior to you start the engine. The driver can change the sequence at anytime. It can contain up to 20 different actions. This is a much more secure security method than using a key fob by itself since it guarantees that nobody else is able to drive your vehicle. It also deters thieves from 'hacking' the system to gain access to your key code or the information transmitted to the vehicle's ECU from it.