ghost car immobiliser , an advanced system that stops your vehicle from starting if there is no unique code input using existing buttons. The device is unnoticeable to thieves and runs quietly.
It also can help deter newer methods such as relay thefts and hotwiring. It may also reduce your insurance premium.
No Radio Frequencies
A car ghost immobiliser works differently to an immobiliser that is traditional in that there is no radio frequency sent to prevent it from being bypassed by thieves using a simple and easily available key cloning device. This means that a ghost immobiliser won't prevent your car from being started even if a thief has successfully copied your key or taken it.
Ghost immobilisers are also effective against relay attacks. These involve amplifying the signal from your key fob to trick the system into allowing your vehicle to start. The Ghost will be able to detect this and won't start your vehicle, and require you to enter your PIN code. This is a great method to stop car thieves who are armed with affordable and easy-to-use tools to duplicate your vehicle.
The Ghost can also be installed in a discreet manner (without doing any damage to your vehicle) and will only be functional after the proper pin sequence has been entered. It is only accessible to the owner, so nobody else will be able to use your vehicle without your pin code. Some systems allow owners to create valet or service mode, which allows them to temporarily allow someone else to drive the vehicle without having to disclose their pin number, thus safeguarding them from thieves who are looking for opportunities.
As well as being very user-friendly and simple to deactivate and disarm, the Ghost can be paired with a car tracker, making it possible for you to locate your vehicle. Some insurers will offer discounts on your vehicle insurance if it's got a Ghost installed, which is great news for the security of your vehicle and its contents.
The Ghost immobiliser, though not Thatcham approved is an aftermarket product that has been vetted by an independent expert and confirmed to work. If you are thinking of buying a pre-owned car that has the Ghost immobiliser, inquire with the seller if they're willing to transfer it to the vehicle you are buying. This will make your new car more secure than if the previous owner hadn't transferred it.
No Circuit Cuts
Even if your car is stolen, thieves won't be able to start it. They will need to know the sequence of buttons that is used to unlock your car and will be unable to do so if they aren't aware of this information. This will deter them them from attempting the theft.
If you have a GPS tracker in your Ghost can also act as an anti-theft device since it can send an alert to the tracker that will activate a siren and alert the tracker of attempted theft. This feature can be turned off at any time via your online dashboard.
When you connect your Ghost to your CAN data network it will identify the vehicle and the owner of the vehicle through the unique pin code programmed at the time of installation. This allows the device to communicate with your car's ECU and disable the engine. This means that only the vehicle owner, or someone with the PIN code, is able to start the engine.
Since the pin code is created from existing buttons within easy reach of the driver (such as cruise control and stereo mute) it is mathematically impossible to guess by any potential thieves. Your technician will also provide you with an emergency Pin Code override card which is similar to a scratch-off lottery ticket and only requires scratching off to reveal the code and the directions.
In contrast to traditional immobilisers, which are often discovered by thieves using diagnostics to read the immobiliser relay the Ghost is not detected by these methods as it doesn't use any circuit cuts or radio frequencies. This makes it unaffected by modern techniques employed by organized criminal gangs that specialize in RF scanning and code-grabbing technology. It is a lifetime product that is able to be removed from your vehicle once you sell it. This means that you will not lose any of the security that you have invested in.
No Key Fobs
In the UK Vehicle theft is on the rise. It is imperative to take proactive measures to guard your valuable automobiles from opportunistic criminals. The groundbreaking Ghost Immobiliser Autowatch's Ghost Immobiliser Autowatch provides a strong defense against key cloning, hacking and signal relay attacks. It is a discrete and highly effective car security system that is easy to install in a wide range of vehicles.
The Ghost immobiliser is not a typical system that relies on key fobs. It also doesn't utilize an electronic signal relay. This means it is unaffected by signal interception and is unable to be activated by stolen or damaged remotes. It's also tamper-proof, and doesn't have any external wiring, making it difficult to take off.
It safeguards you from key-long hacking as well as key theft by preventing your engine from starting until a specific PIN is entered. This is achieved by utilising buttons that are already present in the vehicle such as those found on the steering wheel or door panels, as well as the central console to design a customised disarm sequence of up to 20 presses long (like entering a PIN on your smartphone).
It only works only if you enter the correct pin code. This makes it hard for thieves to steal your vehicle, and is simple to use. Alternatively, if you're worried about forgetting the pin code, the installer can provide you with an emergency override driver fob, which lets you use your car in the same way as you normally would.
The Ghost immobiliser isn't detected by diagnostic equipment, like RF scanners, or other tools employed by thieves. This stealth installation improves the effectiveness of the system and permits it to be installed in a location that is difficult for thieves.
Ghost immobilisers can be an affordable and efficient in preventing thefts and increase the value of your vehicle. They are also accepted by a few insurance companies and may result in reduced costs.
No Damage
If your car is fitted with a ghost immobiliser you will have the peace of mind in knowing that your vehicle is protected against hacking, cloning and key fob theft, and other typical methods of theft. This is especially important if you've spent a lot of money and effort customizing your vehicle or own a rare or high-value model. A ghost immobiliser works silently, leaving no trace of the instillation process and does not require any new parts to be fitted.
The system is activated by buttons on your steering wheel, center console or door panels and enables you to set up a pin code sequence which must be entered before the engine can start. You can change the sequence at any time. This means that even if a person knows your pin number they cannot start your car. It is also simple to turn off the device in the service valet mode, to allow your car to be taken away to be cleaned, serviced or an MOT without being activated.
This means that even if your car is stolen or cloned, the criminal won't be able to start your car and will be caught in the act. The system also alerts you to any tampering with the wiring system of your vehicle for example, cutting or signal interference, and will send the information to your smartphone which allows you to check that the security of your car is always in good order.
You might decide to disable or remove the Ghost Immobiliser due to reasons such as for maintenance or resale. In this case you'll need to be extra careful not to damage your vehicle's wiring. Wearing safety gloves and using a flashlight is recommended during this procedure. You can also consult any documentation you may have, such as user manuals or installation instructions to pinpoint the exact location of the device.
Then, you can connect the battery to the car and test it to ensure that the immobiliser functions properly and that all electrical components are working according to plan. The next step is to connect any wires that were cut by using electrical tape or soldering when it is necessary. Check to see if any exposed wires are present, and that any dangling wires are secured by zip ties or other suitable means. To ensure that your vehicle isn't damaged during the removal process, plan a professional inspection of your vehicle.