10 Unexpected Ghost Immobiliser Installer Tips

Ghost Immobiliser Range Rover

A ghost immobiliser for your range Rover can safeguard your Range Rover from key cloning or hacking. It also helps to prevent key theft. Installed discreetly into your original wiring harness the Autowatch ghost immobiliser is a system that provides you with an automatic security.

It is also completely hassle free with an iOS and Android application that allows you to deactivate the system without using buttons.

What is a ghost immobiliser?

If you're fortunate enough own a Range Rover then it makes sense that you want to protect it from theft. Unfortunately, as more and more vehicles are becoming hackable and keyless, thieves are able to take your pride and joy in a matter of seconds. This is why a ghost immobiliser is essential.

Ghost immobilisers are device that will prevent your vehicle from starting until a unique pin code is entered. The code is entered through buttons on the vehicle, such as those on the steering wheel, centre console or door panels and only you will be able to identify the pin code. The unit detects any vibrations or contact, damage or even attempts to break into your vehicle.

The device is connected to the vehicle's CAN data network and will only allow the engine to begin if the correct pin code is entered. This means that a burglar can't simply insert a key and replace the ECU since it will not recognize these modifications. It is also designed so that it is not detected by tools for diagnosis or hacking via radio signals.

With this in mind, it's imperative that you install your Range Rover ghost installed as quickly as you can. The device will not just safeguard your vehicle from hackers, but also against key duplicates.

Ghost is a next generation immobiliser that works without the necessity to cut wires or add aftermarket key fobs. This unique device connects to the CAN system, and uses the factory buttons on your vehicle to create a personalised PIN code push sequence that must be entered before the vehicle can be driven. This is the most secure measure to protect your Range Rover against hacking and other modern-day vehicle theft methods.

Once you've got your Range Rover Ghost installed it is very simple to use. The system can be de-armed and rearmed by using the corresponding iOS and Android apps or ghost 2 Bluetooth Tag (sold separately). You can also activate valet mode, which lets you control your vehicle according to pre-set parameters without the need for a PIN code. This is great to hand the vehicle over to a valet.

Protection from Key Cloning and Key Theft

The ghost 2 immobiliser near me is an immobiliser of the future that is designed to shield your Range Rover from modern car thieves. In contrast to other immobilisers that require a special key fob to operate The Ghost is hidden in the wiring of your vehicle, so it isn't detected by thieves without removing the vehicle. This makes it the ideal option to prevent modern methods of theft such as key cloning and theft.

The device is connected to the CAN network in your vehicle. It allows you to create an unique PIN code using the buttons on your dash or steering wheel. When you enter this PIN code and press the button, the Ghost will stop your Range Rover from starting unless it is able to receive the correct sequence of PIN. This means a thief will have to spend hours trying to figure out the right combination of buttons to rob your vehicle.

Since the device operates on the CAN data network, there is no risk of installing it and it can be installed anywhere within your vehicle. The unit does not emit any signals, which means thieves can't employ sophisticated RF scanning or code-grabbing technology to identify it. A thief cannot detect the click of a traditional relay since it communicates directly with the ECU through the data bus.

The Ghost is also sealed, so it isn't able to be damaged or removed. It is small enough to be able to wrap into the vehicle harness, so that it cannot be easily spotted by criminals trying to disable it through cutting wires or removing the harness.

The Ghost is a viable solution to protect your Range Rover from key-cloning and key theft. It's still not a replacement for other security methods, however such as putting your Range Rover in a garage or driveway, if possible, so that a thief will struggle to take it off of the drive and away.

Can Ghosts be hacked?

With Range Rovers consistently featuring in the top 10 most stolen cars every year, it is worrying for owners. This is due to the keyless entry feature of the vehicle, which makes it a perfect vehicle for thieves. By employing techniques such as'relay attack', they can steal your vehicle off your driveway unnoticed and in seconds.

But, there are ways to shield your precious possessions from criminals. The most effective method is to install an immobiliser that is bmw ghost immobiliser-like. This state of the art device prevents your car from starting until an additional unique code sequence is entered alongside your key fob. It does this by using buttons inside your car such as those on the steering wheel or door panels, or on the centre consoles that allow you to generate a disarm sequence (like a pin code) that needs to be entered before the vehicle can start and then drive away. This will not only protect your vehicle from being copied or stolen by hackers, but also deter thieves from even trying to take it in the first place.

Installing a ghost immobiliser in your Range Rover is easy and quiet. It doesn't require wiring. It makes use of CAN data circuits to communicate with the ECU. It is not identified by diagnostics or radio signals.

The most advanced aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser on the market, the Autowatch Ghost is Tassa approved and offers the highest security level to safeguard your Range Rover from hacking, key cloning and even theft. It will shut down the functions of your vehicle's key until the unique pin code is entered. This will deactivate your engine and prevent your vehicle from being stolen by thieves, regardless of whether they have your keys.

You might have seen YouTube videos claiming that you can bypass any can bus blocker using paperclips, however this isn't true. Only tools specifically designed specifically for a particular vehicle can be used to bypass a Ghost immobiliser. These are not available in the UK. This is why we offer a complete money-back guarantee * on each Ghost installation we carry out in the UK.

Service Mode

The Range Rover is a popular target even though it's one of the most advanced vehicles in the market. Installing a ghost-immobiliser could assist in preventing thieves from entering your vehicle, and ensure that it's safe all the time. The system is discreet and is not noticeable to thieves as it emits no signal. This is different from other systems that use LED indicators or key fobs. Instead, it uses the buttons on your steering wheel, door and dashboard to create an unique sequence that must be entered before the vehicle can start. This is how it works:

Produced by Autowatch and installed by Eurotec Motors, the ghost immobiliser system prevents your vehicle from starting unless an exact sequence of buttons are activated. This unique sequence is only recognized by you and is able to be changed at any time. This means that if your car is stolen, the criminal will not be able to start it as they aren't aware of the code. The system can also be integrated with external trackers and alarms (Brand dependent). This adds an additional layer of security to your vehicle, as the immobiliser takes priority over signals from other devices.

Once installed, you are able to Arm and Disarm your Ghost with the app for smart phones that comes with it or a Bluetooth tag (Sold separately). You can arm your vehicle with these tags without having to remember your PIN. You can also put the device into transport mode to drop off your vehicle at garages. This will turn off any theft alerts that are automatic and protect your vehicle when it is being transported.

If you're thinking about installing a Ghost Immobiliser to your Range Rover or would like more details get in touch with our team. We provide an installation service that is mobile across the UK and will take you through a full demonstration of how it functions. We will give you the owner's guide, installation certificate, and emergency card for your car as well as a 2-year warranty on the device.