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 stops your vehicle from being started.
This silent device makes use of buttons on your vehicle's steering wheel, doors and the centre console to allow you to create a unique and changeable PIN code sequence up to 20 characters which must be entered before the car can start.
Easy to install
With car crime increasing and cloning tools readily available, it is more important than ever to safeguard your vehicle. Our Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is a discrete and efficient aftermarket solution to protect against key-cloning and vehicle theft. It is virtually undetectable to thieves and operates through existing buttons in the steering wheel and door panels as well as the centre console. This allows customers to create a unique disarm sequence similar to that of credit card numbers that must be completed before the vehicle can begin or be driven away. This makes it nearly impossible to identify, and is not affected by blocking devices or spoofing devices, like other systems.
The installation of the Ghost unit is a highly specialised process and should only be completed by an authorized installer. The unit is firmly integrated into your vehicle's CAN bus network, ensuring that it communicates directly with the ECU. This allows the Ghost to be installed without changing the factory settings and guarantees that it can't be hacked by a thief using signal boosters or other methods.
When the Ghost is installed with a new and improved sequence to disarm must be entered to start your vehicle. This can be accomplished by pressing the service button on your vehicle 5 times within 2 seconds whilst ensuring that it's not held for a prolonged period of time. The system will flash twice to indicate that Transport Mode is active. This feature is perfect for classic, sports and high-end vehicles that require to have their security system temporarily disabled during transport or servicing.
After the Transport Mode is activated your immobiliser will become disabled and you cannot activate it again by entering the PIN code. This feature is great for those who want to store their vehicles over the winter months to protect theft, or to avoid having to pay higher insurance rates.
There are no keyfobs, LEDs or other indicators to assist you in finding it.
The Ghost immobiliser protects your car from thieves by pressing buttons on the dashboard or steering wheel. You can enter a pin code without being noticed before starting the engine. It protects against attacks using signal relays, ECU swapping and key cloning. It also connects to a phone application that allows remote arming and disarming. It's easy to install and can be installed in a variety of vehicles. It's also very discreet and can be hidden in places that are difficult to reach, such as behind the dashboard, or inside the trim of the steering wheel.
It's an excellent option for high-performance cars since it can shut off the ignition system of your vehicle if the wrong pin code is entered, which will stop thieves from stealing your pride and joy. The device can even send an alert to your mobile if you've left the car unattended in public areas, giving you peace of brain when you're away from your car.
The Ghost is unique to other immobilisers as it doesn't require any additional fobs or LED indicators. It is also able to be concealed in a hard-to-find area of your vehicle. It communicates directly with the vehicle's CAN data network, which makes it extremely resistant to detection. It does not emit radio signals, so it is inaccessible to RF scanners or signal jammers.
It's made to be tamperproof and weatherproof, which means it can stand up to extreme temperatures. It's also not possible to interfere with by cutting wires or removing the unit. Additionally, it doesn't need any circuit cutting to function, so it's undetectable to organized gangs of thiefs who use diagnostics devices to detect the security systems fitted to. It is not affected by diagnostic equipment that examines the CAN data for the presence or absence of a security system.
No circuit cuts
The device is not have any indicators with LEDs or key fobs to identify its place of operation. It is hidden beneath the steering wheel or dashboard of your car and uses buttons to generate a unique PIN sequence that has to be entered to turn on the engine. This means that even if a thief does have your keys they can't drive the car away because they wouldn't be able to identify the correct PIN sequence. The device cannot transmit radio signals, so organized gangs of thieves who use diagnostics reading tools are not able to detect it.
This advanced immobiliser, that is also TASSA-approved, can assist you in reducing your insurance rates. This is especially true for modified vehicles whose owners have customized. It also prevents key cloning theft as well as ECU swapping. This means that the only way a thief can steal your pride and joy is to tow it away.
The system is completely silent since it does not use the factory keys or dashboard buttons. It communicates with the ECU by using the CAN data circuit, which is completely silent and does not provide any indication that it was installed. This means a thief cannot swap out the ECU or add new key fobs to allow your car started.
If you ever forget your PIN code, our engineers provide you with an emergency reset for the device that permits you to enter'service mode'. This allows an expert or dealer to temporarily drive and start your vehicle and perform maintenance work, MOTs or valet parking. Once the technician has finished their task or you have taken possession of your vehicle, just enter the PIN code and the device will be out of service mode depending on the speed and time.
No radio signals
In contrast to other security systems the Ghost immobiliser doesn't use an alarm system or key fobs to block vehicles from beginning. It communicates instead with the vehicle's ECU, the CAN data circuit as well as other circuits to prevent the engine from starting. It's a discrete solution, which is not affected by key-cloning methods or RF scanning that thieves use to bypass security devices. It can also be integrated with tracking systems to enhance the overall safety of your vehicle. It can also be alerted to any attempts at tampering or theft.
ghost immobiliser price , a TASSA certified device, is insurance approved, and offers the best protection against key hacking and the cloning. It makes use of a mobile application to control the device. It is encrypted to ensure security. It comes with a secure emergency PIN override. It's a safe cost-effective, private and discreet way to protect your car from theft.
However the Ghost is not without its problems. One of the most frequent issues is that users have difficulty to find the correct disarm sequence. The device requires input via buttons that are already on your vehicle, such as those found on the steering column or console. Users might find this difficult to remember or make a mistake, especially when the device is being used for the first time. It is best to read the manual included with the device and then practice the disarming process prior to driving.
Another issue is that certain vehicles are experiencing issues with the CAN data connection, which could affect the performance of the Ghost. This could be due to defective sensors or a damaged OBD port. It is best to test the system again prior to using it in case there are any issues with the connection to CAN.
It is simple to change the PIN code
The Ghost is a fantastic product that has become a huge hit on the market. However changing the pin code can be a bit confusing. The device is preprogrammed by the installer at the time of installation, however customers may want to change it due to a variety of reasons. For example, they might prefer an alternative button that disables the device, or they don't want their installer to be aware. Or they may simply dislike their current pin code. The good news is the switch to a new pin number is incredibly easy. Follow the simple instructions below to learn how.
Please note: You must turn on the vehicles ignition but do not turn on the engine! It will take only about a minute to complete. The vehicle will then return to normal operation.