Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser Review

Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is the next generation in car security. It is unnoticeable by thieves and impossible to start without either a unique pin code or app authorisation.

The system is based on the CAN Data network and is silent so cannot be detected by standard thieves' radio signals or diagnostic tools. It also does not require any circuit cuts to install.

What is a ghost immobiliser?

A ghost immobiliser install Immobiliser helps protect your vehicle from theft by making it impossible to start the vehicle until a unique pin code is entered. It can be used on various vehicles. Unlike an immobiliser for vehicles, it doesn't need an ID card or key to operate. It is also extremely difficult to bypass or hack and operates in a silent manner, which means a thief would need to be quick to get away without being noticed.

It is protected from key blocking, signal jamming and spoofing. These are all methods that thieves have been using to unlock cars with standard immobiliser systems. The device deters thieves from stealing keys through a search in your letterbox or breaking into your home and taking the remote control. The device can stop thieves from taking your joy even if they manage gain access to the key. It will stop them from starting it until they enter the code.

A ghost immobiliser, unlike passive immobilisers which require a key or fob to be in use to activate it, is designed to be fully sealed within the engine. It is connected directly to the CAN data circuit of the vehicle. It uses buttons on the steering wheel and centre console as well as door panels to create a unique pin code which you'll need to enter before the engine can start. The system can be set to the service mode, which allows your car to start and drive for short periods of time without the need for a PIN code. However the service mode will end according to speed and time.

Because of the technology employed, it is unable to be hacked or bypassed, even when using advanced technology like codes grabbing or RF scanning devices. It is also impossible to disable using an ordinary vehicle immobiliser since it doesn't transmit a signal as a standard immobiliser does and only works by connecting directly to the data circuit in CAN.

TASSA (Tracking & Aftermarket Security System Association) has approved Ghost's immobiliser as an insurance approved product due to its advanced technology and easy-to-install. We are a TASSA approved Ghost Installer who can install this device into your car to help you with insurance.

What is the process of a Ghost Immobiliser work?

Immobilisers prevent your car from starting when the wrong key or remote is used. This is accomplished by sending a code from the wrong fob or key to the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The ECU will not be able to recognize it and your car won't start. This is why it's crucial to ensure your car is fitted with an immobiliser installed by an approved and reputable professional.

At MotorGuard MotorGuard is the Midlands' leading security experts and installers for vehicles. We offer an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser fitting service for a large variety of modern vehicles so you can be sure that your prized possession is safe from thieves.

The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser system in the world. It safeguards your vehicle from key-cloning, hacking as well as theft. It is designed to not be detected by car burglars since it does not have LED indicators or key fobs. It can also be hidden within the wiring of your vehicle so that there is no need for additional hardware.

After installation, the system is linked to your vehicles CAN system and allows you to design a an exclusive disarm sequence that includes your own PIN code, which must be entered to operate the vehicle. This pin code is up to 20 presses long, for added security. Should you forget your pin number, or if a button has become damaged, the device comes with a secure emergency PIN code that can be used to reset the button and allow your vehicle to start once again.

The fact that the Ghost immobiliser cannot be bypassed or compromised is what makes it such an effective deterrent to thieves. It is also TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association), which could reduce your car insurance cost.

ghost immobiliser fitting birmingham immobilisers continue to improve as technology advances. In this regard, we recommend contacting an Autowatch Ghost immobiliser fitter as soon as you can to ensure that your pleasure is completely protected. We can provide you with top quality service whether you're buying a brand new vehicle or upgrading your existing vehicle.

Is a Ghost Immobiliser compatible with my car?

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser in the world to provide total protection from modern-day vehicle theft. It protects against key cloning and vehicle hacking, as well as ECU swapping. The latest TASSA verified Ghost-II systems also provide vehicle marking and linking to the International Security Register enabling your insurance company to verify that you have a legitimate Ghost system in place.

Our Ghost Immobiliser prevents thieves from beginning your engine by requiring an unique pin code sequence to be entered or the presence of your smartphone using our Autowatch application before it can be used. It functions as a pin number for a bankcard and makes it impossible for thieves to drive off with your joy and pride without logging in the correct pin or phone. Our Ghost Immobiliser System is integrated into the CAN Data Network so there is no wire cutting needed and the system operates silently. It is inaccessible to thieves and isn't detected by the sophisticated scanners and RF technology that other systems employ.

The Autowatch app is used to link the Ghost to your smartphone. This lets you enter a temporary 'Service or Valet mode, which disables the ghost for up to 30 mins while you transfer your vehicle to transportation or service. Then, it is connected to your smartphone via the Autowatch app, allowing you to switch into a temporary "Service or Valet" mode which disables ghost for up 30 minutes while you give your car for transportation or for service.

It is no surprise that the number of stolen vehicles has increased significantly. This is due to the high level customization and personalisation that is employed in modern vehicles and the fact that many of us drive older vehicles. Many of these are expensive and scarce vehicles that can take months to replace after being stolen. Hence, making sure that your car isn't in danger of becoming the next target is paramount. A Ghost immobiliser is a low-cost investment which can help ensure that your vehicle is secure and can even be used to retrieve it if it does become stolen.

Does a Ghost Immobiliser function on the cut principle?

Ghost immobilisers stop your vehicle's engine from starting unless a second PIN is entered alongside your key fob. This prevents thieves from cloning your keys to steal into your car's system and can encourage thieves to leave your vehicle alone.

Once it is installed, your ghost immobiliser creates an unique pincode that ranges from to twenty digits by using the buttons on your vehicle (steering wheels or centre consoles, or door panels). This code has to be entered to start your car. The code sequence must be entered every time you drive your car, just as a PIN or password on credit card. This code can be easily reset by entering a sequence of numbers into the Ghost app.

The Autowatch Ghost II CAN immobiliser also has two deactivation modes for valet and service which allows you to temporarily start your car with no access code as the key fob, while it's in the garage or with a valet parking service. The immobiliser will reactivate itself when your vehicle is parked.

Contrary to other security devices available, the Ghost is completely undetectable to modern thieves as it does not have any LED indicators and works silently using your vehicles CAN data network. It's also not susceptible to the same circuit cuts that other security devices are because it doesn't use radio signals.

This means that it can be placed in a way that is concealed from view and obscurity, and is therefore impossible for thieves to locate and detect. It is also not detected by advanced scanning tools or technology that grabs codes, which are commonly employed to identify or disable security devices.

The Ghost is a top-quality modern, high-tech immobiliser for the CAN bus that offers first-rate protection against key cloning car hacking and relay theft. It is simple to install and is not detected by thieves. It is not able to be deactivated by cutting wires. This is why it's a must-have item for anyone who wants to secure their vehicle.