An Easy-To-Follow Guide To Ghost Immobiliser Fitter

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An Easy-To-Follow Guide To Ghost Immobiliser Fitter

What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

Immobilisers are security devices that prevent your car from starting without the correct fob or key. It also helps lower your car insurance rates.

The ghost system utilizes the buttons on your car's steering wheel, centre console or door panels to generate an unique pin code that you can change and think of it as a credit card PIN but much more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is undetectable and silently works through the CAN network.

Easy to install

A ghost immobiliser is also known as a PIN code blocker is a device mounted on your car's engine that prevents it from starting in the event that the PIN code was not entered correctly. It is not only easy-to-install but also secure which makes it a fantastic option for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is a CAN bus immobiliser that protects your car better than anything else on the market today. It safeguards your vehicle from key-cloning and hacking (relay attacks) as well as theft of your keys from home. By blocking the engine it protects your vehicle from being targeted by hackers.

Since it's part of the CAN data network of your vehicle, there is no wiring that needs to be connected, which means that it cannot be identified by sophisticated scanners or even disabled by simple wire cutting. It is also undetectable to professional thieves using these methods, as it does not transmit signals that could easily be detected using diagnostic tools.

It utilizes the original buttons in your car (steering wheel doors, door panels or the centre console) to create a unique and programmable PIN code that is only known by you. This code is entered by using your smartphone, or a secret button located on the Ghost unit. It is not possible for anyone else to access this sequence without your permission. This is the reason it is a great way to stop criminals from escaping, since they are unable to escape without noticing them and alerting to their presence.

If you ever change your vehicle during the course of ownership, you can transfer the Ghost from one vehicle to another so long as it has an CAN bus that is compatible. It's an easy procedure that doesn't void your warranty as it is connected to the CAN data network and does not require any modification to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is a lot less expensive and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems or trackers.

There aren't any keyfobs, LEDs or other indicators that can help you find it.

It's not a surprise that many of us spend an enormous amount of dollars to keep our cars clean. However, it is also important that we keep our car secure too.

Criminals are becoming more brazen and are able to attack keyless entry systems to steal your vehicle even though the keys are in the ignition. They are even able to do this from the inside of your home. They can then employ relay devices to copy the unique signal from your car and then start it without your knowledge. While these vehicles are typically equipped with a tracker, it is possible to disable using simple tricks.

Autowatch has created a revolutionary solution to prevent this issue, which is known as Ghost. It is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser available on the market that safeguards your vehicle like nothing else. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified, tested and approved by insurance companies, meaning you could save money on your auto insurance.

ghost 2 immobiliser cost  was designed to be undetectable to thieves. It uses the buttons on your steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN sequence of up to 20 digits that must be entered in order to start the engine. The system is not able to be detected by RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies. It can only be deactivated using the smartphone app or your key fob or two smartphones.

It is also silent and a burglar wouldn't know that it was in your car. And, because it is connected to the CAN network, it is unable to be disconnected from the ECU.

Other features include a valet mode that allows you to start your vehicle for a short period of time to clean or maintenance, a change of PIN function in the event that you forget your PIN and the maintenance and service mode to ensure you can continue driving when you require to. The device can be hidden in a variety of locations inside your vehicle. the installation is carried out by our certified Ghost installers to ensure that no permanent marks are left on your interior, ensuring it is safe for reselling.

No RF scanning or code-grabbing technology

The Ghost Immobiliser doesn't use RF scanning technology or code-grabbing, which is the method by which thieves target vehicles to get key fobs stolen and gain access to the computer of your car to create blank keys for your vehicle. It uses the buttons on your dashboard and steering wheel to connect with your vehicle. It is therefore very discreet and invisible, since it's not visible. This also means that no extra wiring is needed, as the Ghost will work with the CAN data network in your vehicle which means that there are no circuit cuts during installation or operation and is quiet.

This means that no one can start your vehicle without a unique pin, or smartphone authorisation. You will never have an empty car. This means that thieves who take your vehicle using relay theft or key cloning, or ECU swapping will not be able to start it and are more likely to leave your vehicle alone.

The buttons on the steering wheel and dash are used to create a hidden 'password. The code is only available to you (like the PIN on a bank card). The system will start the engine in service valet mode when you press. This mode requires a new PIN or you can unlock it using the Autowatch App on your phone. The app can be used to lock or unlock your vehicle. This lets you leave your car to be cleaned, or leave it without fearing that it will be stolen or the wrong keys are inside.

The Ghost is an affordable and discreet way to safeguard your vehicle from theft via contactless. It is TASSA-approved and can reduce the cost of insurance. You can drive in confidence knowing you are protecting your pride and joy. The Ghost is suitable for a range of different types of vehicles including vans and motorhomes So you'll be safe wherever you go. To book your free quotation and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us today.

No extra wiring


The ghost immobiliser is placed directly in the vehicle, and is connected to CAN data network. This is the reason it is so effective. It doesn't require any after-market key fobs and instead uses the buttons on your existing car's steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN code that is entered before the engine is able to start. The sequence can be as long or short as you want and may even include letters or numbers which makes it as secure as credit cards. It can also be changed at any time.

It's important to point out that, unlike a wheel lock or other after - market tracker devices, ghost isn't thatcham-approved. However, due to the way the device works it is TASSA acknowledged and accepted by a variety of insurance companies as a safety measure that can lower your insurance premiums.

As a result of its discreet method of working, it cannot be detected by thieves and is an excellent choice for those who wish to ensure that their vehicles are secure and safe while traveling abroad or working with valet parking and service companies. The device can be set to Valet mode, which allows the driver to start the car and drive it with a limit of 30 mph speed limit without having to enter a pin code. The device is able to be deactivated and fully activated when returning to the car.

This feature is especially beneficial for those who drive their vehicles regularly, such as valet service and taxi drivers. This feature can be utilized by family members, friends or colleagues to start your car even if it is in the garage or being washed. The Ghost can be activated by entering the PIN code when you're back with your car.

In contrast to other after - market security products The Ghost is sealed in its entirety and extremely small, which means it can be concealed inside your vehicle. Its small size also means there is no trace of the device, and it will not harm your vehicle in any way.