Are You Making The Most From Your Bmw Ghost Immobiliser?

Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser

It is only logical to safeguard our vehicles as they are an object of joy and pride. The Autowatch Ghost is a discrete vehicle immobiliser that connects to your vehicles CAN data network. It is controlled by the ECU (your car's brain).

Once installed the device will block your car from moving unless an appropriate pin code sequence (up to 20 presses) is entered, much like a PIN on your credit card.

There are no key fobs or LED indicators to reveal the location of the item.

The Ghost Immobiliser does not use key fobs or LED indicators which means it is virtually undetectable by anyone who gets into your vehicle. The system utilizes buttons that are already in use, such as the centre console or the steering wheel to create an individual, custom-changeable pin code sequence that needs to be entered before your car starts. The system can be set to require as many as 20 presses before the engine will start making it nearly impossible for thieves or cloners to gain access into your car.

Modern car thieves utilize professional diagnostic tools to determine which security systems are installed on vehicles. The Ghost, however, does not transmit any signals. Criminals can identify the type of security system that is installed in your vehicle using sophisticated scanners for RF as well as code-grabbing and relay attack methods. They are able to disable your vehicle's security system by tampering with the alarm or immobiliser.

Contrary to other immobilisers available on the market, the Ghost is incorporated into your car or van's CAN data network, so it is virtually impossible to bypass and hack. The system also works with many modern vehicles that don't have built-in key fob security. It can also be used in all electric vehicles and can even stop the vehicle from going into "service valet mode".

If the ghost immobiliser car is installed by our fully trained engineers, TASSA will verify the installation to ensure that it is safe and up to standard. TASSA is a non-profit organization which maintains and improves standards within the automotive security industry and ensures that all of their approved installers have completed DBS tests and are certified, insured, and trained to install the Ghost. They also provide you with your owner guides, installation certifications and an emergency card for Ghost. Your insurance premiums will be substantially decreased. This is because your car is less likely to be stolen and your insurance company will have a better recovery process.

No Circuit Cuts

The Ghost is an immobiliser for the CAN bus that protects your car better than anything else. Unlike other aftermarket car security devices it isn't linked to key fobs or LED indicators and works by communicating directly with the vehicle's CAN system. It will then block the ECU and stop the engine from running until a unique PIN is entered on the dash or steering wheel buttons (brand dependent). This makes it impossible for hackers to hack into the system using relay attacks or other methods and can't simply be disabled by a few button presses like with older systems.

The system is equipped with an Service and Valet mode that is activated when the vehicle is in a garage for servicing, or valet parking. This allows the vehicle to start temporarily while being worked on without having to hand over keys or the pin code, however it then automatically disables again when the vehicle is in your possession.

The Ghost is a safer choice for classic, sports and luxury automobiles that must be isolated from the battery when parked for extended periods of time. It is also undetected by modern RF scanning and code grabbing technology making it very difficult for thieves to steal or hack.

If you are looking for a complete package of vehicle security that does not only safeguard against key cloning, but also track your vehicle in the event that it is stolen, then we suggest one of our S7 tracking systems. They integrate seamlessly with Ghost to provide you with peace of peace of. All installations are completed by an approved installer by TASSA, who is certified, insured and experienced. Additionally, you will receive a Ghost emergency card as well as owner's manuals and installation certification.

If you're interested to have a Ghost fitted to your vehicle, then contact us for a quote and to book. It is often a quicker option to make a reservation in advance instead of waiting until the last minute, when we're extremely busy. We'll try to get you booked in as soon as possible.

No RF Scanning

Many thieves of cars use sophisticated equipment to copy keys and steal vehicles. These systems can be easily accessible on the internet and require no knowledge to operate. The Ghost immobiliser is undetectable using these cloning devices as it does not depend on RF scanning.

Instead, the system uses the buttons in your car to create an individual pin code push sequence. This is done by using the buttons on your steering wheel or door panels, or centre console. It's also a switchable number and not a PIN like a remote fob which makes it extremely difficult to hack.

The Autowatch Ghost is extremely secure and simple to use. It isn't dependent on the smartphone and can be used with a small waterproof wireless tag or Apple or Android app (sold separately). You can simply switch into service mode with your mobile device, drive away and then return your car to valet mode and disable your phone. This is perfect for classic cars and prestige vehicles that are frequently taken in for maintenance at dealer garages.

Brand-dependent brand-specific, these CANBUS immobilisers are compatible with other security devices like alarms or trackers. This gives users to choose whether to prioritise their alarm or tracker over the imobilisers CAN bus. This is particularly helpful in the event you have a Thatcham approved Tracker installed since the tracker can be armed before the Ghost is activated.

The CANBUS immobilisers use the cars CAN data bus to block the codes that could be transmitted to the ECU and BCM controllers by the original remote keys This hinders them from beginning the car or turning on the engine. These systems can also be used to add an extra layer of security in cars with remote controls from the factory (Brand dependant) and provide additional security for electric vehicles as well as cars with keyless entry.

If you are looking for the latest level of security for your BMW then the Autowatch Ghost is an ideal solution. It is completely hidden within the wiring, making it nearly impossible to see. It doesn't use LED indicators or keys-fobs which helps to prevent any criminal from being able to detect its presence.

No Electronics Detected

As a renowned Thatcham Installer We install the innovative new product called the Ghost immobiliser by Autowatch that prevents Keyless Entry theft and cloning which is increasing in modern vehicles. It is a covert device that doesn't rely on LED indicators or key fobs. It utilizes the factory buttons on your car to create a pin-code push sequence that is unique to you and is required before your vehicle can be started or moved. The car won't move or start until this sequence is entered correctly. Many insurance companies are seeking this device to be installed as standard, and often leads to a reduction in monthly cost.

It doesn't require cutting of wires in order to be put in place because it is connected to the CAN data bus and operates via the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The unit isn't able to be identified by sophisticated thieves using diagnostic tools, and they can't detect the click of a traditional security device. Ghost Immobilisers can be set to a service mode, which allows your vehicle to be started without the PIN code. This is useful for transporting it to a garage or valet parking service. The PIN code can be changed for additional security at anytime.

The ghost 2 immobiliser installation (e20bx2oc7bp63b.kr) II is TASSA approved which means it is only available from fully accredited installers. This provides a high level of security and the Engineer who installs is fully DBS verified and insured. They are also trained and certified.

While it is not a replacement for an alarm system, we always recommend combining it with other physical barriers, such as wheel clamps and crook locks, and if possible a hidden GPS tracker such as Meta Trak VTS to give you the highest level of protection available. This is especially important when you've put your keys in the ignition even though the vehicle is not being driven. There are a myriad of ways to trick the driver to believe that keys are in the car, allowing theft to occur.