Why Ghost Autowatch Immobiliser Can Be Much More Hazardous Than You Think
Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser
The well-known Ghost Immobiliser provides your vehicle with advanced protection against key-cloning hacking, theft and hacking. Ghost 2 immobiliser certified system is inaccessible to thieves and stops the thieves from starting your vehicle.
This silent device makes use of buttons that are located on the steering wheel, the centre console, and door panels of your vehicle to allow you to create a unique PIN code that can be up to 20 characters that needs to be entered prior to the car starts.
Easy to install
With car crime increasing and cloning equipment readily available it is more essential than ever to safeguard your vehicle. Our Autowatch Ghost immobiliser provides a secure, efficient and affordable solution for protecting against key-cloning and vehicle theft. It is virtually undetectable to thieves and operates via buttons on the steering wheel or door panels, as well as the central console. This allows users to create a unique disarm sequence like a credit card which must be completed before the vehicle can begin or leave. This makes it almost 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 specialised procedure and must only be done by an approved installer. The unit is firmly integrated into the CAN bus network of your vehicle which ensures that it is communicating directly with the ECU. This allows the Ghost to be installed without changing the factory settings and guarantees that it is not hacked by a thief using signal boosters or other methods.
After the Ghost has been installed after installation, you must input a new and improved disarming sequence in order to start your vehicle. Press the service button five times in a matter of 2 seconds, but make sure you don't press it for too long. The system will flash twice to show that Transport Mode has been activated. This feature is ideal for classic, sports or prestige vehicles that require their security system to be temporarily disabled while service or transport.
When the Transport Mode is activated your immobiliser will become disabled and you cannot restart it by entering the PIN code. This feature is great for those who wish to store their vehicles over the winter months to keep them from being stolen or to avoid paying higher insurance rates.
No key-fobs or LED indications to give away the location of the vehicle.
The Ghost immobiliser shields your vehicle from theft by pressing buttons on the steering wheel or dashboard. You can enter a pin number without being noticed before starting the engine. It can be linked to an application on your phone to arm or disarm remotely. It blocks signal relay, ECU swapping, and key copying. It's simple to install and can be installed in a wide variety of vehicles. It's also very discreet and can be concealed in places that are difficult to reach, such as behind the dashboard, or in the steering-wheel trim.
It's a great choice for high-performance cars because it can disable the ignition of the vehicle when a wrong pin code is entered, preventing thieves from driving off with your joy and pride. The device can also send an alert to your smartphone in the event that you've left your car without a key in public areas, giving you peace of mind while you're away from your car.
In contrast to other immobilisers, the Ghost does not require additional fobs or LEDs It can be concealed easily in a difficult-to-find area within your vehicle. It is extremely resistant to detection since it directly communicates with the CAN data network in your vehicle. It doesn't emit radio signals, so it's not detected by RF scanners, or signal jammers.
It's designed to be tamper-proof and weatherproof, and is able to withstand extreme temperatures. It is also difficult to alter by cutting wires or removing it. Furthermore, it doesn't require any circuit cuts to work so it's undetectable to organized gangs of thieves that utilize diagnostics devices to detect fitted security systems. It's also not affected by the professional auto diagnostics equipment which checks the CAN data system for the presence of an alarm device.
No circuit cuts
The device is not have any LED indicators or key fobs that would identify its place of operation. It is hidden under the steering wheel, dashboard or dashboard of your vehicle and makes use of buttons to create an unique PIN sequence that has to be entered in order to start the engine. This means that even if the criminal does have your keys they can't drive the car away because they wouldn't be aware of the correct PIN sequence. The device does not transmit any radio signals meaning that organised thief gangs using diagnostics reading devices will be unable to recognize the device.
This innovative immobiliser is also TASSA approved and can reduce your insurance premiums, especially for modified vehicles that have been customised by their owners. It also stops key theft and ECU switching, which means the only possible method for a criminal to steal your pride and joy is to pull it away.
The system is completely quiet as it does not use the buttons on the dashboard or factory keys. It communicates with the ECU by using the CAN data circuit which is completely silent and does not provide any indication that it's been installed. This means that thieves cannot replace the ECU or even add new key fobs to allow your car running.
If you ever forget your PIN code our engineers will have provided you with an emergency reset for the device which 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 needing to enter the PIN code once more. After the technician has done or you have collected the vehicle and returned it to the dealer, enter the PIN to exit the service mode.
No radio signals
The Ghost immobiliser, unlike many other car security systems is not dependent on an alarm system or key fobs to stop vehicles from beginning. Instead, it communicates with the vehicle's ECU and CAN data circuit to prevent the engine from starting. This makes it a quiet solution that isn't affected by key cloning or RF scanning techniques employed by thieves to bypass other security devices. It can be paired with tracking devices to increase the safety of your vehicle. You will also be alerted when attempts are made to alter or steal.
The Autowatch Ghost is a TASSA-certified device that is insurance-approved and offers superior protection against key hacking, the cloning process, and even theft. It uses a mobile application to control the device. It is encrypted to ensure security. It has a secure emergency PIN override. It's a reliable cost-effective, discrete and discreet method to protect your car from theft.
Ghost isn't without issues. Many users have difficulty entering the correct sequence of disarming. This is due to the fact that the device requires input via buttons that are already present in your vehicle, such as those on the steering wheel or center console. It can be difficult for users to remember or even miss particularly when the device is being first used. It is recommended to study the manual that comes with the device in order to comprehend this and practise the process of disarming prior to driving the vehicle.
Another issue is that some vehicles have issues with the CAN data connections, which could affect Ghost's functionality. This could be caused by malfunctioning sensors or an damaged OBD port. It is recommended to test the system again before using it in case there are any issues with the CAN connection.
It is easy to change the PIN code
The ghost is a great device and has taken the market by storm but the process of changing the pin code is a bit hazy. The device is programmed by the installer once it's fitted however, there are times when customers may prefer to change their pin code for a variety of reasons like: they would prefer a different button to disarm the device, they don't want their installer to know or they don't want to use their current pin code. It's easy to change your pin number. Follow these easy steps to find out how.
Please note that you will need to switch on the ignition of your vehicle but DO NOT start the engine! This process will take only just a few minutes. The vehicle will then resume normal operation.