Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser
Ghost Immobiliser is a renowned product that guards your vehicle against key-cloning hacking and theft. This TASSA-verified system is undetectable by thieves and prevents your vehicle from being started.
This silent device makes use of buttons on your car's steering wheel as well as the doors and the centre console to let you set a unique PIN sequence that can be changed up to 20 characters that must be entered prior to the car can begin.
Easy to install
It is more crucial than ever that you protect your vehicle. With car thefts increasing and cloning devices easily available, it's vital to take precautions. Our Autowatch Ghost immobiliser provides a discreet, effective and aftermarket solution to guard against key-cloning and vehicle theft. The device is completely inaccessible to thieves and operates through buttons on the steering wheel or the door panels. This allows users to create an exclusive disarm sequence that is similar to that of credit card numbers that must be completed before the vehicle can begin or leave. This makes it virtually impossible to detect and is not affected by jamming devices or spoofing devices like other systems.
The installation of the Ghost unit is a highly-specialized procedure and should only be carried out by an approved installer. The unit is carefully incorporated into your vehicle's CAN bus network which ensures that it is communicating directly with the ECU. This allows the Ghost to be installed without changing factory settings and ensures that it cannot be bypassed by a burglar using signal boosters or other methods.
After the Ghost has been installed after installation, you must input a new and improved disarming sequence to turn on your vehicle. This can be accomplished by pressing the service button in your vehicle 5 times within 2 seconds whilst ensuring that it's not repeatedly pressed for a long period of time. The system will flash twice to show that Transport Mode has been activated. This feature is great for classic, sports or high-end vehicles that require to have their security system temporarily disabled while transporting or servicing.
After Transport Mode is activated the immobiliser will be removed and you will not be able to activate it again by entering the PIN code. This feature is great for those who want to store their car during winter, preventing it from being stolen by thieves or having to deal with monthly insurance premium increases.
There aren't any keyfobs, LEDs, or other indicators to help you locate it.
The Ghost immobiliser is a discreet device that guards your pride and joy from thieves who steal cars by utilizing buttons on your dashboard or steering wheel to input a discreet pin code prior to starting the engine. It protects against signal relay attacks, ECU swapping and key cloning and can be linked to a phone app to arm/disarm remotely. It's simple to install and can be integrated into a variety of vehicles. It's also extremely discreet and can be concealed in a difficult-to-find location, such as behind the dashboard or inside the steering wheel trim.
It's a great choice for high-performance vehicles since it can shut off the ignition system of your vehicle if a wrong pin code is entered, thus preventing thieves from driving off with your joy and pride. The device will notify an iPhone if the vehicle is left unattended when in public. This gives you peace of mind while away from your vehicle.
The Ghost is different from other immobilisers as it does not require additional fobs or LED indicators. It can also be hidden in a difficult-to-reach area of your vehicle. It works by communicating directly with the vehicle's CAN data network, making it extremely resistant to detection. It also doesn't emit any radio signals, which makes it undetectable by RF scanners or signal jammers.
It is designed to be weatherproof and tamper-proof. It can also be able to withstand extreme temperatures. It's also not possible to interfere with by cutting the wires or dismantling the unit. Additionally, it doesn't need any circuit cutting to function, and is therefore inaccessible to organized gangs of thiefs who use diagnostics devices to detect security systems that are fitted. It's not affected by diagnostic equipment that examines the CAN data to determine whether there is or absence of security systems.
No circuit cuts
The ghost device doesn't have any indicators with LEDs or key fobs that would identify its place of operation. It is hidden beneath the steering wheel, dashboard or dashboard of your vehicle and uses buttons to create an unique PIN sequence that needs to be entered to start the engine. This means that even if the person who stole your keys does have them, they can't drive the car away as they would not know the correct PIN code sequence. The device cannot transmit radio signals, and therefore organized gangs of thieves using tools for reading diagnostics will be in a position to not be able to recognize it.
This cutting-edge immobiliser, which is also TASSA-approved can aid in reducing your insurance costs. This is particularly true for modified vehicles that their owners have customized. It also prevents key cloning theft and ECU swapping. This means that the only way for a thieves can take your pride and joy is to take it away.
As the system does not use the key fobs that are supplied by the factory or the dashboard buttons it is a completely silent device, it communicates with your ECU through the CAN data circuit that operates completely silently and doesn't even indicate that it is fitted. This means a thief cannot replace the ECU or even add new key fobs in order to get your car to start.
If you forget your PIN code, our engineers provide you with an emergency reset for the device that allows you to enter 'service mode'. This allows the technician or dealer to temporarily start and drive your vehicle which allows them to complete maintenance work, MOTs or valet parking without entering the PIN code again. After the technician has finished or you have collected the vehicle then enter the PIN code to exit the service mode.
No radio signals
Contrary to many other car security systems, the Ghost immobiliser does not use an alarm system or key fobs to prevent vehicles from getting started. It instead communicates with the vehicle's ECU, the CAN data circuit, and other circuits to block the engine from starting. It is a discreet solution, which is not affected by key-cloning techniques or radio frequency scanning that thieves use to avoid security devices. ghost vehicle immobiliser can be combined with tracking devices to increase the safety of your vehicle. You will also be alerted when there is a chance to steal or alter the security of your vehicle.
The Autowatch Ghost is a TASSA-certified device that is insurance approved and provides a superior level of security against key hacking, copying, and even theft. It utilizes a mobile app to control the device and is secured to ensure security. It comes with a secure emergency PIN override. It is a discreet, effective and economical way to safeguard your vehicle from theft.
However the Ghost is not without its problems. Users frequently have difficulty completing the correct sequence to disarm. This is because the device requires input from buttons already in your vehicle, such as those on the steering wheel or center console. It isn't easy for drivers to remember, or they may make a mistake the first time. It is advisable to read the instruction manual that comes with the device to understand this and practice the disarming procedure prior to driving the vehicle.
Another issue is that some vehicles are experiencing issues with the CAN data connection, which could affect the functionality of the Ghost. This can be caused by faulty sensors, or damaged OBD connector. It is recommended to test the system again before you use it in the event that the CAN connection has any issues.
Change the PIN code with ease
The Ghost is a great product that has been a hit on the market. However the process of changing the pin code can be confusing. The device is preprogrammed by installer at the time of installation, however users may wish to alter it for a variety of reasons. For instance they may prefer an alternative button that disables the device or not want their installer to know. Or they may simply dislike their current pin code. It's simple to change your pin number. Follow the simple steps below to learn how.
Please note that you will have to turn off the ignition but DO NOT start your vehicle! The process only takes about a minute to be completed. The vehicle will then resume normal operation.