Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser
Ghost Immobiliser is a renowned product that guards your vehicle from key-cloning hacking and theft. This TASSA verified system remains undetectable to thieves and blocks the thieves from starting your vehicle.
This silent device makes use of buttons on your vehicles steering wheel as well as the door panels and the centre console to let you set a unique PIN sequence that can be changed up to 20 characters that must be entered first before the car can start.
Easy to install
With car crime on the rise and cloning tools readily available, it is more essential than ever to secure your vehicle. Our Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is a discreet and effective aftermarket solution to guard against key-cloning & car theft. The unit is virtually invisible to thieves, and operates through buttons on the steering wheel or the door panels. This allows users to create an individual disarm sequence similar to that of credit cards, which have to be entered before the vehicle is able to start or be driven away. This makes the system virtually impossible to spot and is unaffected by spoofing or jamming devices as used with other systems available.
Installation of the Ghost unit requires a highly-skilled installer. The unit is carefully incorporated into the CAN bus network of your vehicle and is able to communicate 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 burglar using signal boosters or other techniques.
Once the Ghost is installed with a new and improved disarm sequence is required to be inputted in order to start your car. Press ghost immobiliser cost in a matter of 2 seconds, but be sure that you don't hold it for too long. The system will flash twice to show that Transport Mode is active. This feature is ideal for classic, sports and high-end vehicles that require to have their security system temporarily disabled while transporting or servicing.
After Transport Mode is activated your immobiliser will become disabled and you are unable to restart it by entering the PIN code. This feature is perfect for those who would like to store their vehicles during the winter months to protect them from being stolen or to avoid having to pay higher insurance premiums.
There are no keyfobs, LEDs or other indicators to help you locate it.
The Ghost immobiliser is a discrete device that shields your car from thieves who steal cars by using buttons on your steering wheel or dashboard to input a discreet pin code prior the start of the engine. It prevents attacks using signal relays, ECU swapping and key cloning. It can also be linked to a mobile application to arm or disarm remotely. It's simple to install and can be integrated to a variety of vehicles. It is also very stealthy and can be concealed in hard-to-reach places like behind the dashboard, or inside the trim of the steering wheel.
It's an excellent option for cars with high performance because it can disable the vehicle's ignition when a wrong pin code is entered, which will stop thieves from driving off with your joy and pride. The device can notify a smartphone if the car is left unattended when in public. This gives you peace of mind while away from your vehicle.
Unlike other immobilisers, the Ghost does not require any additional fobs or LED indicators and can be concealed easily in a hard-to-reach area inside your vehicle. It works by directly communicating with the vehicle's CAN data network, which makes it extremely resistant to detection. It does not emit radio signals, so it is undetectable by RF scanners or signal jammers.
It's designed to be tamper proof and weatherproof, and can endure extreme temperatures. It is also difficult to tamper by cutting the wires, or dismantling it. It's also inaccessible to organized gangs of thieves that use diagnostics reading devices to detect security systems. It's also not affected by auto diagnostics equipment that is professional which checks the CAN data system for the presence of security devices.
No circuit cuts
The ghost device doesn't include any LED indicators or key fobs that would indicate its place of operation. It is hidden under the steering wheel or dashboard of your car and uses buttons to create an unique PIN sequence that must be entered to start the engine. This means that even if the person who stole your keys does have them, they cannot drive the vehicle away since they do not know the correct PIN code sequence. The device does not transmit any radio signals meaning that organised criminal gangs that use diagnostics reading devices won't be able to detect the device.
This advanced immobiliser, that is also TASSA-approved, can assist you in reducing your insurance costs. This is especially true for modified vehicles that their owners have customised. It also wards off key cloning theft and ECU swapping. This means that the only way for a thieves can take your pride and joy is to tow it away.
The system is completely silent as it doesn't use buttons on the dashboard or factory keys. It communicates with the ECU by using the CAN data circuit, which is completely silent and doesn't give any indication that it's been installed. This means a thief can't replace the ECU or even add new key fobs in order to get your car running.
If you ever forget your PIN code our engineers will provide you with an emergency reset for the device that allows you to enter 'service mode'. This will allow the technician or dealer to temporarily start and drive your car enabling them to carry out maintenance work, MOTs or valet parking without having to enter the PIN code once more. When the technician is done or you have retrieved the vehicle, enter the PIN code to exit the service mode.
No radio signals
The Ghost immobiliser, unlike other car security systems, does not rely on an alarm system or key fobs to stop vehicles from getting started. Instead it communicates with vehicle's ECU and the CAN data circuit to stop the engine from starting. This makes it a discrete solution that isn't affected by key cloning techniques or RF scanning techniques employed by thieves to circumvent other security devices. It can be used in conjunction with tracking devices to improve the security 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, a TASSA certified device, is an insurance-approved and provides superior security against key hacking as well as cloning. It makes use of a mobile application to control the device. It is encrypted to ensure security. It also has an encrypted emergency PIN code override. It's a reliable cost-effective, private and discreet way to safeguard your vehicle from theft.
However, the Ghost has its share of difficulties. A common issue is that users struggle to find the correct disarm sequence. The device requires input from buttons that are already on your vehicle, such as buttons on the steering column or centre console. Users might find this difficult to remember or make a mistake, especially when the device is being first used. It is advisable to read the instruction manual that comes with the device in order to comprehend this and practise the disarming procedure prior to driving the vehicle.
Another issue is that certain vehicles are experiencing issues with the CAN data connection, which could affect the functioning of the Ghost. This could be caused by defective sensors, or damaged OBD connector. It is best to check the system before you use it in the event that the CAN connector has any issues.
Change PIN code easily
The Ghost is a great product that has enjoyed a great reception 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 may want a different button that disarms the device or do not want their installer to be aware. Or they may simply dislike the pin code they have. The good news is the switch to a new pin number is very simple. Follow the easy steps below to learn how.
Please note that you must switch on the ignition of your vehicle but do not turn on the engine! This process only takes several minutes. The vehicle will then return to normal operation.