Autowatch ghost immobiliser reviews Immobiliser Fitter

Car thieves are getting smarter and smarter so technology has to change to keep up. Autowatch Ghost immobiliser works with your vehicle's buttons on the steering wheel and centre console as well as door panels to make a unique pin code sequence which must be entered before driving your car.

The device isn't easily detected by thieves, uses CAN data and has no circuit breakers, which makes it a safe and simple-to-install system. RCA Cheadle are an approved fitter of Ghost immobilisers and members of TASSA.

No key fobs or LED indicators.

Autowatch Ghost is an immobiliser using CAN that protects your vehicle from key-cloning and theft. It operates in a quiet manner and integrated into your vehicle's CAN network.

It creates a unique, variable PIN code sequence (up to 20 presses) by pressing the buttons on your vehicle's steering wheel and door panels that need to be entered prior to being able to drive. It's the same system that you use to access your mobile banking or credit card and can be changed at any point. This can be done in just minutes from your smartphone using the app downloaded, or if you prefer you can use your key fob.

This is an important characteristic of the system which thieves will find difficult to crack or figure out because it doesn't require additional electronics like the key fob. Therefore, it is impossible that thieves will know what the code is and will be unable to find ways to get around this. It's also unrecognizable by diagnostics since there aren't radio signals being sent out and cannot be detected by RF scanning technology that has been used to deceive security systems in recent years.

It is also completely weatherproof and fits inside the form of a small waterproof device that can be plugged into the wiring harness of your vehicle at any time in your vehicle. This means it doesn't leave any marks or damage to your vehicle, making it a desirable option for people who care about their automobiles and want to improve their security.

This is the most important aspect of all. Since there aren't any signals sent and there is no way for thieves to see that they have hacked your security device and to attempt to find ways to bypass it. It's a great security feature for any car owner, particularly since criminals are increasingly targeting the latest cars with their advanced technology.

No Radio Signals

As mentioned, unlike other vehicle security devices which require an ID card or specific pin code to disable the ghost immobiliser, it operates quietly and does not emit any radio signals. This is due to it connecting directly to the CAN data bus. This means that thieves would be unable to trying to locate its presence in your vehicle. The immobiliser won't be able to start your vehicle until you enter the correct PIN sequence which can only be accomplished through a number of buttons pressed in a specific order - and this is easily controlled via the app.

This makes it a lot more secure than other immobilisers which use a passive system, where the immobiliser will only shut off the ECU from power if a key is present and it has an active signal on board. Those systems can be disabled by tapping on the receiver using tags, entering a pin number into a keypad or pressing a certain sequence of buttons on a display screen. The ghost immobiliser is not able to be disabled this way. If your vehicle is stolen or tow-away, you won't be able return it until the pin number is entered.

The ghost immobiliser has also been designed to be resistant to the most sophisticated theft methods, such as the cloning technique. This is because thieves may try to duplicate your key fob or even hack your vehicle's ECU to thwart the security. However the CAN immobiliser has been specifically designed to block this, as it creates an individual pin code every time you wish to start your car, which means that it will not be possible to start your vehicle using a cloned key or overriding system.

Additionally, the CAN immobiliser offers excellent protection against signal boosting, which is used by thieves to overcome the factory-fitted immobilisers. This means that it is one of the most reliable and effective immobilisers that we fit at Progressive Parts. It is accepted by insurance companies and is also popular with customers who wish to surrender their vehicle to valet parking. It has a 'Service Mode' that allows your car to be driven on a temporary basis without needing the PIN code This can be handy if you have guests or valet drivers who wish to drive your vehicle.

No Circuit Cuts

Car theft in recent years has become increasingly common, Ghost Immobilisers with organised thieves employing sophisticated diagnostic devices to identify fitted security systems. The Ghost is designed to counter this by not using circuit cuts, it is undetectable by any diagnostics and operates quietly on the vehicles CAN data circuit. It connects to the vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit) and a unique PIN code is inputted which must be used before the engine will start. This means that a burglar cannot just add a new key or replace the ECU to take your vehicle, they will have to enter the correct pin code before they can start.

The system also has the option of a service valet mode which will allow your vehicle to start and drive without the need for your personal PIN. This is ideal for the time that your vehicle needs its service, or if you have to leave it with a valet service or mechanic. You can switch it off and on whenever you like so that nobody else will be able start your vehicle even when you're not there.

Our team of skilled experts at MotorGuard are the Midlands leading Ghost Fitters and can assist you in finding the most effective solution to protect your car's most prized possession. We can help you select the best method of protecting your vehicle from key hacking and cloning. We also offer solutions to safeguard your vehicle from theft of keys.

We will demonstrate the Ghost device and provide the owner manuals and installation certificate. You will also receive a Ghost emergency card. We are fully insured and certified to install the Ghost device and offer the warranty in case something goes wrong during or after the installation.

The Autowatch ghost 2 immobiliser cost is a subtle, next generation device that is connected to the CAN data network in your vehicle and comes with a unique PIN code that you set with our team. The PIN code is entered via buttons on the dashboard as well as the steering wheel to disable your vehicle's engine. It is a tiny weatherproof device that is unable to be detected by traditional methods. There are no LED indicators and it's completely hidden when it's fitted and installed. The Ghost is undetectable by modern, sophisticated RF scanning and code grabbing technology. It's also a completely reversible device that can be fitted or removed at any time.

No RF Scanning

Standard immobilisers are designed to stop your vehicle from starting when you do not have the correct key fob or the right code. It does this by sending an immobiliser signal to the ECU. The engine control unit will then detect the signal and shuts down any component that is compromised.

Modern thieves however are always looking to stay one step ahead of car manufacturers and have become more adept at using technology like key cloning, hacking (relay attacks) and even key theft itself. The thieves often resort to breaking into your property and fishing through your letterbox, taking keys to your car from your purse or even from your ignition.

The Ghost is the first aftermarket immobiliser for the CAN bus that shields your vehicle from these threats. It operates in complete silence, without radio signals, and is unable to be detected by RF scanners. It's been TASSA-tested and approved by insurance providers and insurance companies, so you can be assured that it's safe to use and won't impact your warranty.

As opposed to a factory-fitted immobiliser Ghost II doesn't come with an indicator to indicate status, which means it's undetectable by diagnostic tools. It also works independently from any other immobiliser, alarm or tracker you may have installed so it is an effective, standalone solution that can't be disabled.

It's also simple to use - simply enter your pin code, and ghost immobilisers your car will begin. The immobiliser also has a service valet mode which can be activated by pressing buttons on your steering wheel or door panels. This is useful when you want to leave your car ghost immobiliser with a valet service or take it to garage. You can change the pin code as often as you like, so your car is always secure. Contact us today to find out more about Ghost immobilisers and to schedule an an appointment at our garage.