20 Things You Need To Know About Bmw Ghost Immobiliser

Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser

With more and more joy and happiness being put into our vehicles, it is only natural to protect them. The Autowatch Ghost is a discrete vehicle immobiliser that connects to your vehicle's CAN data network. It is controlled by the ECU (your cars brain).

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

No Key Fobs or LED Indications to Give Away Its Location

The Ghost Immobiliser is virtually invisible to anyone entering your vehicle because it doesn't use LED indicators or key fobs. The system makes use of buttons on the steering wheel, the centre console, or door to generate a unique pin code that needs to be entered in order for your vehicle to start. The system can be set to take up to 20 presses of the buttons before the engine can start making it virtually impossible for thieves to clone your key or hack into your vehicle.

Modern car thieves can utilize diagnostic tools that are professional to identify which security systems are in vehicles, but the Ghost does not transmit signals as conventional systems do. Criminals can determine the kind of security device that is installed in your vehicle using sophisticated scanners for RF, code grabbing and relay attack techniques. They can then disable the security system of your vehicle by altering the alarm or immobiliser.

In contrast to other immobilisers on market The Ghost is incorporated into your vehicle's CAN data network, which means it is near impossible to hack or bypass. The system is compatible with the latest models that do not have keyfob security. It can also be used in all electric vehicles and even prevent the vehicle from going into "service valet mode".

If it is installed by one of our qualified engineers, we offer a TASSA confirmed guarantee to give you the peace of mind your installation is secure and of the highest quality. TASSA is an organization that is responsible for maintaining and improving standards in the automotive security industry. It also ensures that all their approved installers have been through DBS checks and are fully trained, insured and certified to install the ghost immobiliser install (from Healthndream). They will also provide owners manuals, Installation certification and an emergency card from Ghost. Your insurance premiums will be drastically reduced. This is due to the fact that your vehicle will be less likely to be stolen, and it will be easier for insurers to recover.

No Circuit Cuts

The Ghost is a CAN bus immobiliser which protects your car better than anything else. It's not connected to LED indicators or key fobs however, it communicates directly with the vehicle's CAN system. This allows it to prevent the ECU from starting and stops the engine running unless the PIN is entered first via the vehicles dash or steering wheel buttons (brand dependent). This makes it difficult for thieves to alter the system by using relay attacks or any other means.

The system also has an Service and Valet mode which is activated when the vehicle is in garage to service or valet parking. This allows the vehicle to be started temporarily while being worked on without having to give keys or the pin code. It then it automatically turns off when the vehicle is in your possession.

The Ghost is a safer alternative for classic, sports and prestige vehicles that require to be kept away from the battery while parked for extended periods of time. It is also unnoticeable by the latest RF scanning technology and code grabbing, making it very difficult for hackers or thieves to get around.

If you're looking for a comprehensive vehicle security package that is not just secure against key-cloning and hacking, but can also track your vehicle in the event of theft then we recommend considering one of our S7 tracker systems, which integrate seamlessly with Ghost to give you complete security. All of our installations are completed by a trained, skilled and insured TASSA certified installer. You will receive detailed demonstrations of the product prior to handover with owner manuals, Installation certification and a Ghost emergency card.

Please contact us to get an estimate and make a booking for having a Ghost installed on your vehicle. It's usually a better option to book in advance rather than leaving it until the last minute when we are extremely busy. We will try to get you in as quickly as we can.

No RF Scanning

Many car thieves use sophisticated equipment to clone keys and steal vehicles. These systems can be accessible on the internet and require no knowledge to operate. The Ghost immobiliser ghost is undetectable using these cloning devices as it doesn't rely on the RF scanner.

The system instead uses the buttons in your car to generate an unique pin code push. This is accomplished by using the buttons on your steering wheels, door panels, or centre console. This is also changeable and not a pin number like remote keys, which makes it very difficult to hack.

This makes the Autowatch Ghost very secure and extremely easy to use. It does not require the use of a smartphone, but it can be used with a small waterproof tag or an Apple or Android App (sold separately). You can simply switch into service mode on your mobile device, leave the car and then return the car to valet mode and disable your phone. This is ideal for classic cars as well as prestige vehicles which are often taken to dealer garages.

These CANBUS immobilisers are able to be connected to other security devices like alarms and trackers (Brand dependant). This gives the user the option to decide if they wish to put their alarm or tracker over the immobilisers on the CAN bus. This is especially useful if you have a Thatcham-approved Tracker installed, as the tracker will be activated before Ghost is activated.

The CANBUS immobiliser blocks codes transmitted by the remote keys that were originally used to the ECUs and BCM controllers. This stops them from activating the engine or even starting the car. These systems can be used to provide an additional layer of security for cars with remote controls that are factory installed.

If you are looking for an upgrade in security for your BMW then the Autowatch Ghost is an ideal solution. It is completely hidden in the wiring, making it virtually impossible to detect. It does not rely on any indicators in the form of LEDs or key fobs which also helps to avoid any criminals from noticing its presence inside your car.

No Electronics to Detected

As a top Thatcham Installer We install the innovative new product called the Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch that stops Keyless Entry theft and cloning which is increasing in modern vehicles. It is a secret system that does not use LED indicators or key fobs. It uses the buttons in your car's factory to generate a pin code push sequence that is unique to you and is required before your vehicle can start or be moved. The car will not move or start unless the sequence is properly entered. Numerous insurance companies now require this device to be installed as a standard, and it can often result in a reduction in monthly cost.

It is not necessary to cut wires to connect it, as it connects to the CAN bus and works through the ECU. The device is not able to be detected using the kinds of diagnostic tools that thieves using high-tech use and there is no way to listen for the telltale clicking of a conventional relay as on a traditional security device. The Ghost Immobiliser may also be set up in an operating mode that allows your vehicle can be started and driven without requiring the PIN code - this is useful for when you take it to the garage, or for valet parking services etc. The PIN code may be altered at any time for additional security.

Ghost II Ghost II is TASSA-approved, meaning that it can only be purchased from installers who are certified. This offers a higher level of security. It also means that the Engineer who installs it is thoroughly DBS checked as well as trained and insured.

While it is not a replacement for an alarm system we always recommend you to combine it with other physical barriers, such as crook locks and wheel clamps and, if you can, a hidden GPS tracker such as Meta Trak VTS to give you the highest level of protection available. This is particularly crucial if you leave your keys in the ignition when it isn't being driven as there are a variety of ways to trick the driver into thinking they are still in the vehicle, allowing a theft to take place.