"The Ultimate Cheat Sheet On Ghost Immobiliser Fitting

Get a Ghost Immobiliser Fitted to Protect Your Vehicle

The Autowatch Ghost is a next generation car immobiliser that guards your vehicle against key (and keyless) theft, cloning and relay hacking. It is a discreet device that is connected to the vehicle's data network CAN and operates in a quiet manner.

It works by needing an PIN code sequence made up of buttons on the steering wheel or on the centre console to control it. It can be activated in service mode, which lets the vehicle to start briefly in the event of a need.

No Radio Signals

If you want to protect your vehicle from hacking, key cloning and key theft, then getting a ghost immobiliser fitted is a great method to do it. The system is hidden in the vehicle, it operates silently and does not utilize radio signals to communicate with the vehicle. This makes it difficult for thieves to identify using radar scanners, because they are unable to see or hear it.

The device also prevents from cloning the key fob of your car by preventing the communication between the car's CAN data network and the keyfob. Car thief gangs that are organized often use sophisticated RF scanning and code-grabbing technology to intercept and deactivate security systems in vehicles. Ghost immobilisers, however, are not detected by thieves, as they don't emit an RF signal and are integrated into the vehicle's CAN data network. This means that there are no circuit breaks during installation or installation, making them inaccessible.

The ghost immobiliser stops your vehicle from moving and also stops it from beginning. This is ideal if you're going to be parking your vehicle in a public place, such as at a supermarket or garage, or if you're going hire a valet service to park your vehicle for you. This feature is activated with an easy app for iOS or Android phones.

With the help of a GPS tracker your vehicle will also be located. This will assist with the search for your vehicle, should it be stolen. In recent years thieves were capable of evading security systems via the OBD port. However, this can be avoided by using a ghost-immobiliser that communicates directly with your vehicle's ECU via the CAN data circuit. It is inaccessible to high-tech diagnostics tools and completely silent, so that thieves can't insert a new key or replace the ECU to start the vehicle.

The device is completely reversible and does not impact the warranty on your car. If you're interested in having a ghost immobiliser fitted ensure you find a TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) approved installer. This will guarantee that the installer has passed several checks such as identity and CRB.

No Circuit Cuts

A ghost immobiliser cost immobiliser can protect your car from contactless theft. The device is hidden inside your vehicle and stops the engine from beginning until certain buttons are pressed in sequence (similarly to a PIN on your smartphone).

Since it doesn't make use of radio frequencies or key fobs to communicate, there aren't any LED indications or noise to signal its presence. Instead, it connects to your vehicle via the CAN data network and operates silently, keeping your vehicle safe from thieves who do not want to be caught.

Many drivers are searching for ways to shield their vehicles from theft, since car theft is increasing. The theft of high-demand vehicles is on the rise and with the proper equipment, thieves can strip down a vehicle within hours. This is why it's important to secure your vehicle from this kind of crime by installing a ghost immobiliser from Autowatch.

Autowatch's ghost immobiliser is an effective and unique solution to this issue. It connects to your vehicle through the CAN databus, and prevents the engine from starting until a specific pin code is entered. The code is entered using buttons on the steering wheel, centre console, or door panels. It can be changed at any time.

It is also very difficult to identify as it does not have LED indicators, frequency, or any other clues to give thieves a hint as to its presence. Additionally, it doesn't require any cutting of wires or additional aftermarket devices and can be deactivated remotely using the Autowatch app in the event that you're having your vehicle serviced or valeted.

As a result, a ghost immobiliser from Autowatch is the perfect solution to stop theft from contactless and securing your vehicle. It's a TASSA-certified device, which means it is recognised by large companies like insurance providers and police forces. We are certified installers at Car Specialist Customs and can help you secure your vehicle without cutting wires or add keys from the aftermarket.

No Key Fobs

A ghost immobiliser does not depend on your standard key fob to communicate with the vehicle. Instead, it utilizes the buttons you have within your car like those on the steering wheel or door panels to generate an unique pin code sequence that you need to enter in order to start your car. The system is completely invisible as it doesn't emit any radio signals and communicates with the ECU through the CAN data circuit, which means it isn't detected by diagnostic tools or stolen keys.

Even if they have the original key fob they'll still have to be aware of your pin code to unlock your vehicle. The system also stops key blocking, signal jamming and device spoofing, all methods that are employed by thieves to unlock cars fitted with a factory-fitted immobiliser.

If you've invested an enormous amount of time and money into customizing your car, or you own a costly or rare vehicle and a ghost immobiliser could aid in keeping it safe from thieves. The system can be controlled remotely using an iOS or Android app. This is a great option for those who don't know who holds their keys or where they're in their car.

The ghost immobiliser is also able to protect your vehicle from relay-style frequency amplification. This is a common method for high-tech thieves who want to steal PKE equipped vehicles. They capture the frequency of the keyfob, and transmit it to a coconspirator, who then can use the remote starter to start your car. The system will stop this from happening by removing the battery from your key fob after a couple of minutes of inactivity.

The Autowatch Ghost system also comes with many other features that help to ensure your car is secure, including the ability to stop ECU swapping and key cloning. The CAN data network is able to communicate with the ECU and makes it difficult for thieves to replace the ECU or to add new keys to circumvent the system. The system requires an unique pin code to start your car, which is entered using the phone app, making it difficult for thieves to break into your car.

Service Mode

No matter if you're an experienced thief or just starting out on the criminal career path, the equipment you need to scan and clone your vehicle is becoming more affordable and easier to obtain. In fact, you can even purchase complete cloning kits for your vehicle on the internet and this makes it more crucial than ever to secure your vehicle with an immobiliser that is ghostly.

Ghost immobilisers are invisible device that works alongside your current key fob to stop your car from being started unless a unique PIN code sequence is entered. This sequence is created by pressing buttons on your vehicle, for instance those on the steering wheel or on the door panels. Only you have this pin code & so only you can turn on the engine. Without this, thieves won't be allowed to drive your vehicle away even if they've got your keys.

The ghost communicates with the ECU via the CAN network, which means that it's a low-risk installation without a risk of harm to the vehicle. It's also a less noticeable option that doesn't rely on LED indicators or key fobs. It is virtually undetectable to anyone who isn't the car's owner and doesn't affect jamming devices or circuit cuts. Additionally, it's secure against keyless entry or device spoofing technology.

Ghost immobilisers will not only make it more difficult for thieves to steal your car but can also lower your insurance rates. It's because there's no sign of instillation. Therefore, the insurance company will assume your car has a standard factory-fitted anti-theft security system in place.

Denton Cars can provide you with more details about installing a Ghost immobiliser to your vehicle. We are an Autowatch Approved Installer and would be delighted to answer your questions regarding this improved vehicle safety product. Our team of experts can also guide you on which of our other products are the best fit for your vehicle. We're also TASSA approved, which means you can rest assured that you're dealing with a trustworthy firm that has been rigorously checked and accredited.