11 Strategies To Completely Redesign Your Ghost Immobiliser Fitter

What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

An immobiliser is a security device that prevents your car from starting if you do not have the correct fob or key. It can help to lower your car insurance premium as well.

The ghost system creates a unique pin code that you can enter using the buttons on your vehicle's steering, centre console, or door panels. You can alter it. Imagine it as an PIN for credit cards, but much safer (up to 20 button press). It is invisible and silently operates on the CAN network.

Easy to install

A ghost 2 immobiliser problems immobiliser is a device that is attached to the engine of your car to stop it from being started without the correct PIN. It's not just easy to install, but also tamper-proof and therefore a great option for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser and it safeguards your vehicle like nothing else on the market today. It guards your vehicle against key-cloning and hacking (relay attacks) as well as theft of actual keys from your home. By blocking the engine, it prevents your vehicle from being targeted by hackers.

As it sits on the CAN data network of your vehicle, there is no additional wiring to be added, which means it can't be detected by sophisticated scanners or even deactivated by simple wire cutting. It is also undetectable to professional thieves using these methods, as it doesn't transmit signals that can easily be detected by diagnostic tools.

The device makes use of the original buttons on your car (steering wheels, door panels, or centre consoles) to generate a unique and customizable PIN sequence that only you know. The code is entered using your smartphone or a secret button on the Ghost device. It is impossible for anyone else to access this sequence unless it's you. This is the reason it works so well to deter criminals, as they cannot escape without you being aware of them and alerting you to their presence.

If you change your vehicle during the course of ownership, you can move the Ghost from one vehicle to another so long as it has an CAN bus that is compatible. It's a simple process that doesn't void your warranty, as it relies on the CAN data network. You don't need to alter your steering wheel or status indicators. The Ghost is a lot less expensive and easier to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.

There are no keyfobs, LEDs, or other indicators to help you find it.

Many of us consider our vehicle to be a pride and joy in our lives. With this being the case, it is natural that some will spend a considerable amount of money to keep their vehicle clean. It is important to ensure that our cars are safe.

Unfortunately the criminals are becoming more bold and can hack into the vehicle's keyless entry systems allowing them to take your car even whilst the keys are in the ignition or inside your home. Criminals are able to utilize a relay device in order to replicate your car's signal and then start it without you knowing. These vehicles are typically equipped with trackers, however they can be easily disabled with a few simple tricks.

Autowatch has come up with a revolutionary solution to prevent this. It's called Ghost, the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser which safeguards your vehicle unlike any other on the market today. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) and is verified and approved by insurance companies, meaning you can save money on your auto insurance.

This innovative device was designed to be inaccessible by thieves. It makes use of the buttons on your dashboard and the steering to generate an unique 20-digit PIN code that needs to be entered in order to start the car. This system cannot be detected by codes-grabbing or RF scanning. It can only be disarmed with the smartphone app or key fob or two smartphones.

It also works silently so that a burglar would not know that it is inside your vehicle. Furthermore, being connected to the CAN data network, there aren't any wires to cut or removed so it cannot be disconnected from the ECU to disable the system.

Other features include a valet mode that allows your car to be temporarily started for service or cleaning purposes, a PIN change function in the event of forgetting your PIN, as well as maintenance and service modes so that you can still drive your car if you require it. The device can be concealed in a number of different places in your vehicle and the installation is completed by our vetted Ghost installers so that there are no permanent marks left on your interior, which means that it is suitable to be resold.

There is no RF scanning technology nor code-grabbing technology.

The Ghost Immobiliser doesn't use RF scanning technology or code-grabbing, which is the method by which thieves target cars in order to take keys and gain access to the computer in your car to create blank keys for your car. It makes use of the buttons on your dashboard and the steering wheel to communicate with your vehicle. It is therefore very discreet and invisible, since it isn't visible. This also means that no additional wiring is required, as the Ghost works with your vehicle's CAN data networks, which means there are no circuit cuts during installation or operation, and is silent.

This will prevent anyone from starting your vehicle without a unique pin, or smartphone authorisation. You'll never be in an empty car. This means that even if your car is stolen through key cloning, relay theft, or ECU swapping, thieves will not be in a position to start your car, making them more likely to just leave it for fear of getting arrested.

The buttons on the steering wheel and dash are used to create a hidden 'password. This code is only accessible to you (like PINs on a credit card). The system will begin the engine in service valet mode if you press. This mode requires a different PIN code, or you can use the Autowatch App to unlock it using your phone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your vehicle, allowing you to leave it to valet or to drive away without fearing that it will be stolen or having keys that are not correct.

The Ghost is a discrete and cost-effective way to safeguard your vehicle from contactless theft. It is TASSA approved and can lower your insurance costs, so you can drive with confidence knowing that your prized possession is secure. The Ghost is compatible with a wide range of vehicles including motorhomes and vans to allow you to feel secure wherever you go. Call us today to book your free estimate and installation of the Autowatch Ghost.

No extra wiring

The ghost immobiliser is installed directly into the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network. This is the reason it's so effective. It doesn't require any after-market key fobs and instead makes use of the buttons that are already on your car's dashboard and steering wheel to generate an unique PIN code sequence which is entered before the engine can begin. The sequence can be as short or long as you like and can even include numbers or letters, making it as secure as credit card. It can also be changed at anytime.

It is important to know that ghost isn't Thatcham-approved, unlike wheel locks or other tracker devices made for after-market. However, because of how the device operates, it's TASSA approved and recognised by a number of insurance companies as a security measure which helps reduce the cost of your insurance.

It is a great option for those who wish to keep their cars safe and secure while travelling abroad, or for valet parking and service firms. The device comes with a Valet mode that can be activated which allows the driver to begin and drive the vehicle, with pre-set parameters, such as a 30mph speed limit, without needing to enter the pin code. The device can be turned off and then fully activated after returning to the vehicle.

This feature is especially useful for those who use their vehicles, for example valet or taxi drivers. It is also a great option for family, friends or colleagues at work, allowing them to temporarily start your vehicle while it's in the garage to do maintenance or a wash. Once you are back in possession, the Ghost can be activated again using the PIN code.

The ghost immobiliser range rover is a tiny and fully sealed product that can be concealed in any part of your vehicle. Its small size also means there is no trace of the device and it will not harm your vehicle in any way.