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Ghost Immobiliser 2

Protects your vehicle from key cloning & stopping thieves driving your vehicle with your original keys. Our most recent immobiliser connects to the CAN data network in your vehicle and a unique PIN must be entered to start the engine.

In contrast to trackers, Ghost doesn't transmit any radio frequency signals and can't be detected with diagnostic tools. There are also no LED indicators or buttons that can give away its presence within your vehicle or van.

Anti-key Cloning

The ghost immobiliser has been designed to combat key cloning and hacking. This device connects to your vehicle's CAN data network and creates a unique pin code push sequence by using the buttons that are factory-installed on your dashboard as well as the steering wheel. This will stop the thief from being able to start your vehicle. If the wrong PIN is entered, it will stop your engine from starting which makes it impossible for you to drive away with your joy and pride.

A ghost immobiliser is a new technology that is extremely difficult for thieves to defeat. Contrary to physical deterrents, such as wheel locks and steering locks that can be cut or taken the ghost immobiliser is a discrete electronic device that can't be detected by common thieves because it doesn't emit any radio signals and operates in a silent manner.

This next-generation immobiliser can protect your vehicle from a range of threats, such as key-hacking, relay attacks and copied copies. It can also stop the thief from adding an additional key or replacing your ECU, as it will not allow the vehicle to start without entering the correct PIN number first.

In contrast to other immobilisers the ghost immobiliser 2 doesn't require a key fobs or remotes to operate. It can be turned off through an app that is installed on the smartphone of the driver. This is ideal for those times when you have to hand your car over for valet parking or maintenance without key fobs.

The Autowatch Ghost-II represents the latest evolution of Ghost immobiliser. It is designed to be as simple and user-friendly as possible, but remains as secure as ever. This is achieved by integrating the Ghost-II into the vehicle's data network CAN, meaning that there aren't any additional wires that can be hidden or easily found. It has a built-in feature which allows you to disarm the Ghost-II simply by connecting to your vehicle's Bluetooth.

OBD port hacking

OBD port hacking is the latest technique used by professional car thieves. Thieves are able to access your vehicle's OBD port with nothing more than an laptop, an app, and a few cables which can be purchased on the internet for less than PS50. Once they have access, they will be able to do whatever they want to do, from resetting your vehicle's fault codes to tuning your vehicle, or stealing it in under a minute.

It can prevent your car from being stolen by requiring a unique PIN number to be entered along with your key fob before you start the engine or leave. It communicates with the vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit) by using the CAN Data Circuit. It is not detected by any scanning technology, RF or code grabbing. It has a Service/Valet Mode that allows your vehicle to start without the PIN code.

To use an OBD hacking device you require a laptop that has software capable of interpreting the OBD protocol, which can be bought for less than PS100 on eBay or Amazon. You will also need an OBD cable that has OBD pins that are connected to the CAN bus, these can be purchased on Amazon or Ebay for around PS50. The cable must be connected to the wiring harness of your car, such as the radio wiring harness.

Once the hacker has established a connection to your vehicles OBD port, they can send diagnostics to the system at high baud rates which will crash the CAN and block systems in your car from functioning. This could cause the engine to stop and doors to lock, or even the brakes to activate.

No additional key fobs or remotes are required.

The car immobiliser is a fantastic piece of anti-theft technology utilized by millions of modern cars all over the world. Utilizing engine ECU software to stop cars from starting if a fake transponder signal is detected by it, an aftermarket immobiliser is an excellent method of protecting your vehicle.

It is possible for a criminal, if they have the code to disable an immobiliser, to bypass it. A thief could easily take the battery off of most key fobs by removing them. They could then use an easy tool to take out the circuit board inside an immobiliser and replace it with a blank. They will then be in a position to start your vehicle.

The TASSA approved Ghost 2 is an immobiliser that doesn't require additional keys or remotes. The immobiliser connects directly to the vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit). This is done through a discrete, silent data loop in the CAN which cannot be detected by diagnostic tools like the ones used by high-tech thieves. It also doesn't utilize a traditional key fob with LED indicators, meaning it can go undetected in plain sight.

There will be times where you have to disable Autowatch Ghost 2's automatic protection for instance, during a valet parking or servicing. The ghost CAN immobiliser comes with a specific mode for this, called "Service Mode that can be activated with a push of the button on your smartphone. The car is still operable however, the maximum speed is limited to 36mph.

If you'd like to know more about the TASSA certified ghost immobiliser, contact us today to book an appointment in our workshop. A member of the team will give you an in-depth explanation of the process and provide you with owner's manuals, installation certificates, Ghost 2 emergency card and security assurance.

Simple PIN code Change Process

Ghost is a next-generation device that can secure your vehicle without cutting wires or installing aftermarket key fobs. It is directly connected to the vehicle's CAN data network, and a personal PIN code is programmed in it via buttons on your steering wheel and dash. The device doesn't emit RF signals, which means it is not able to be tampered with. This makes it unrecognisable by sophisticated scanning or code grabbing techniques that modern thieves employ.

The PIN code can be altered to block previous drivers, or even add an override code if you forget the sequence. The installer will demonstrate how to do this during installation. The system also comes with a valet mode feature which can be used to temporarily disable the pin input sequence so that your garage or mechanic can fix the car without needing to know the code. This is great for customers who want to hand over their car to valet parking or service but don't want give away the PIN sequence.

Contrary to Thatcham products that require additional key-fobs to operate, Ghost is a discreet system that uses the buttons inside your vehicle to create a unique interchangeable PIN code sequence. This sequence is entered using the app for smartphones, meaning that no additional LEDs are thrown and your car is safe from the risk of being disabled by hackers or any other technology.

Every vehicle is tested

Ghost immobilisers, unlike key fobs that require pressing buttons, is hidden under the dash or on the steering wheel. It is not obvious that it's there. The device is connected to the vehicle's CAN data network, and a personalised PIN code is inserted by using the buttons already on your vehicle. The system stops your engine from running until the code has been entered first. This means that thieves cannot copy the keys to your car or access the OBD to hack into it.

Ghost can be fitted in any vehicle, including electric cars, motorhomes, vans, and bikes. It's also extremely flexible and can be programmed to deactivate in a variety of situations. For example, it can be set to enter Valet mode when the vehicle is being transported to a valet parking or a service provider. This means that your car can be operated within a set 30mph speed limit. The ghost immobiliser will be activated when it is returned to your home.

Another great feature is that the device can be reset to your personalised PIN code at any time. This is useful in the event that you forget your code or the device ceases to function which means it's like new.

The device is inaccessible to anyone who doesn't even know what is a ghost immobiliser (www.dgtss.gouv.Sn) it is. This is due to it running through the buttons that are already on your car's dashboard and steering wheel and uses the data they transmit to identify the button that was hit. This makes it a completely safe and reliable security solution that isn't affected by jamming, RF scanning, or door lock pick sets.