Ghost Immobiliser 101: The Ultimate Guide For Beginners

Why You Need a Ghost 2 Immobiliser Fitting Near Me

Modern criminals can steal a car within a matter of minutes. They use the OBD port of the vehicle to hack into the ECU and then duplicate the key and all with a laptop that is hidden inside the vehicle.

An Autowatch Ghost immobiliser stops this by sending a sequence of pin codes via the buttons on your vehicle (steering wheel and central console). It is completely undetectable by anyone in your car.

There are no key fobs or LED indicators, or any other ways to locate the vehicle are available.

The ghost immobiliser is the best method to stop keyless entry theft and key copying. This device is designed to safeguard your vehicle from these types of attacks, by blocking the engine once a correct pin code has been entered. This is a very efficient method of safeguarding your vehicle, and car insurance companies recognise it as a precautionary measure that could help lower the cost of your policy.

The way the ghost works is through connecting to your vehicle's CAN data network. Once installed by us at Car Theft Solutions it will only begin when you press the exact sequence of buttons using your personal override code. This means that any attempt to start the vehicle without entering this code will be met with a loud siren, and the engine will not start. The thief then realizes that they are being taken prisoner and will likely leave the vehicle.

One of the major advantages of this system is that it doesn't transmit any signals as the tracker, which means that thieves are unable to make use of RF signal receivers to locate your Ghost device. It also does not transmit any IR (infrared) signals like the typical remote key fobs for control or trackers do, making it very hard to bypass or hack.

The Ghost also comes with a valet-mode that can be activated when you are giving your vehicle over to a valet for parking or service. The immobiliser will be disabled can for 30mph and permit you to use your vehicle as normal with your key fob. When the vehicle is parked up, the Ghost will be restored to full functioning.

Car Theft Solutions is the place to contact if you want to know more about Ghost or Ghost Immobiliser Installation should you wish to have it installed in your vehicle. We are a family-run business with more than 10 years of experience in the field of vehicle security. This includes the Ghost immobiliser installation. We are a Thatcham approved installer of Ghost products and have built our name on customer satisfaction.

No hacking, cloning or modifying

The Autowatch Ghost is one of the most advanced immobilisers on the market, it protects your car from hacking or key cloning, making it virtually impossible to steal. The only way that a burglar could steal your vehicle is to physically tow it away, and even then they wouldn't be in a position to start the engine.

This is due to the fact that, unlike other immobilisers that simply stop your car from starting if you do not have a fob, the clever system actually disconnects the engine control unit to prevent the vehicle from being started. The system communicates messages through buttons on the steering wheel, door panel or the centre console. It is only removed with the correct pin code configuration.

Its sleek and discreet design allows it to fit in seamlessly into your vehicle, without additional keys or LED indicators and it operates independently of your factory alarm or tracker. It's a CAN bus immobiliser, which means that it is part of your vehicle's control network and doesn't interfere with other devices like the key fob in your vehicle or alarm.

Unlike other systems that rely on code grabbing or RF scanning this technology is indestructible to thieves since it sends an unobtrusive sequence of pin codes through existing buttons on your vehicles steering wheel and door panels as well as the central console. The Ghost is an innovative device that protects your vehicle against keyless entry and smart key theft. It does this by creating a unique, personalised pin code which must be entered to disarm it.

The number of keyless entry vehicles on the road is increasing. Thieves are becoming more sophisticated and employ cloning devices that can be purchased through classifieds or online for under PS15. They can then use the fob that is cloned to gain access to your vehicle. A standard immobiliser for vehicles only prevents the engine from starting when you have your original key fob. This does not provide enough protection and is easy for criminals to steal or jam signals to unlock the vehicle.

Valet mode

An immobiliser that is standard on your vehicle has an electronic chip that transmits the signal when you press your key fob button, the system then searches for the particular code you have that was sent from the key to start the car. If the correct signal isn't received, it will cut off and prevent the engine from beginning. This is the basis of all immobilisers that are sold aftermarket. It's an essential measure to safeguard your car from being taken away, even if someone has your keys or an accessory that can increase the signal from your key fob.

A ghost immobiliser does more than simply stop this. The system, which is on the CAN bus of your Mercedes is programmed with a unique pin code that has to be entered to start the vehicle. It is then secured on your app and no one will ever be able to access it unless they have the same unique pin number that you have.

The system will also prevent hacking, cloning, and signal jamming (which could be used by thieves to get around the immobiliser inside your car). This means that if someone does manage to get your car keys or your key fob, they will not be in a position to start your vehicle even if they're parked within only a few feet of it. The only way they could get your car away is to physically transport it away in a flatbed lorry, which is incredibly unlikely.

Valet mode is an option with your ghost immobiliser. When it is activated the car's glove box and trunk will be locked so that anyone stealing your car won't have any personal belongings to take with them. It will also limit the speed of your Tesla to ensure that it cannot be driven at over 70mph and will disable ludicrous mode. It will also lock your driver profiles and hide your home or work addresses to ensure that no one else can access your private data on your Tesla dashboard.

If you wish to use your car for valet parking, or for service, choose the 'Valet/Service mode' in the dashboard app. Enter your 4-digit valet code onto the touchscreen. The alarm will no longer work, however the car will not start unless you enter an authentic pin. This is perfect for people who need to give their car over to others, such as garage mechanics and taxi drivers.

The first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser on the world

The Autowatch Ghost is the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser and provides security that is unmatched by anything available today. It shields your car from key cloning, hacking, and ghost Immobiliser installation even key theft. It does this by working with your vehicle's current interface. It doesn't require any additional fobs or remotes and instead works with the vehicle's data network, CAN. This makes it a stealth gadget.

The device is a circuit board that is hidden inside your car's engine control unit (ECU). It works quietly. Once activated, it will stop your car from starting until a specific PIN is entered. This is the unique number you will receive when you request an installation. This number will be required to enable valet mode, disable the alarm or allow you to leave in the car of your friend (if they have Ghost installed). Ghost installed too).

It what is a ghost immobiliser designed to blend in from the interior of your vehicle. It does not emit radio signals, and only produces sounds when it is activated. It can be placed in a variety of places, making it nearly impossible to spot. It is also a low-maintenance device and can be incorporated with other systems, such as a tracker (Brand dependant) to offer the most complete anti-theft system.

Many people opt to put in an immobiliser that ghosts because they feel that the standard security isn't enough to prevent their pride and joy from being stolen. While physical deterrents like steering wheel locks and wheel clamps are a great option, they're not really considered "theft proof" by thieves because they can be defeated easily using the appropriate tools. Ghost immobilisers are not bypassable by thieves as it is integrated into the vehicle and, if activated will disable the starter motor as well as the fuel system.

A ghost immobiliser is installed for just PS450 which is just a fraction of the price of other products. It also prevents your vehicle from being taken. If you want to add a layer of protection to your car's pride and joy, contact us today so we can book it in for you. We accept cards for payments or give you three months of interest-free credit through Klarna.