Ghost Immobiliser Cars
A ghost immobiliser car is an advanced security device that safeguards your vehicle from key cloning and hacking. It is undetectable and leaves no trace after installation, which makes it an ideal choice for owners of rare or expensive vehicles.
It makes use of buttons on your steering wheel, centre console, and door panels to generate a unique pin code sequence (up to 20 characters) that must be entered before the engine can be started.
No LED indicators or key-fobs to indicate the location of the vehicle.
Ghost immobilisers are a brand new piece of technology that guards your car from key cloning, hacking, and theft. It's a hidden electronic device that is connected to your vehicle's data network and detects signals from the engine control unit (ECU). The system stops the engine from running until a unique PIN code is entered, making sure that thieves cannot drive away with your joy and pride.
The device is linked into the CAN bus in your vehicle which allows it to read data between the ECU and other connected components in the vehicle. Its installation is a highly specialised process that requires expert installation and should be performed by a licensed installer. Once installed the device can be hidden inside your vehicle, making it undetectable to thieves. It is able to detect vibrations, and also the movement of car components and parts.
If a burglar attempts to disable the device and disable it, it will cause the car's engine management lights to flash rapidly and the horn will sound. This alerts the driver that something is not right with the engine, causing the driver to panic and abandon the vehicle. This will give you a significant advantage over a normal immobiliser as the car's owner will know that the vehicle is in trouble and can call the authorities right away.
The device can be disarmed via an app that is accessible both by the owner and the installer (even since the majority of people are unlikely to forget their PIN). Some systems have a service/valet setting that will temporarily disable the immobiliser which allows an authorized driver to drive the vehicle without needing PIN. The system will activate after the vehicle has reached 31 mph and driven for a specified amount of time.
There isn't Bluetooth or wireless connectivity
This means it cannot be recognized by modern thieves using diagnostics to find a circuit cut or hidden immobiliser. It's inaccessible because it does not utilize radio signals. This makes it an effective protection against vehicle theft. You can also activate the GHOST's vehicle-specific features, such as anti-hijack & gearbox locks to stop the engine from starting in a particular gear.
The GHOST is installed by our authorized installers to a range of vehicles and is fully compatible with each Mercedes vehicle. Unlike other products on the market it is the only one that works. GHOST is compatible with your vehicle's existing interfaces such as buttons on your steering wheel, driver's side door card or the centre console. This makes it an immobiliser that is 21st century that operates independently of the factory-installed alarm or tracker and shows no evidence of its existence once fitted into your vehicle, hence its name.
Contrary to some immobilisers which only have a pin code to arm the device The Ghost can also be disabled in a secret sequence of key presses from the driver's mobile app. This is possible from anywhere in the world and is simple & hassle free. You can alter the sequence as many times as you want but it's only visible to the app owner.
It is also possible to deactivate the GHOST on the satnav of your vehicle by entering another sequence, which makes it more secure and a deterrent against thieves. In fact, this method is so efficient that the Bentley Bentayga worth PS200k was recently stolen at the lights in a parking lot while it was stationary, and the driver inserted their PIN to deactivate the device.
No annual subscriptions
Traditional immobilisers stop vehicles from starting without the proper key fob, Ghost goes a step further and fights a variety of techniques used by thieves to steal cars. Ghost can detect signals jamming techniques as well as device spoofing and other techniques to make it more difficult to steal your car. The device also requires an additional, unique pin number or code sequence to start the engine. This deters thieves and also encourages them to leave your car at home.
This makes the device an ideal asset for high-end vehicles which are more at chance of being stolen. In the end, you will have a better security and preserve the value of your vehicle to be resold. Additionally the Ghost Immobiliser may lower your insurance costs for your car. While the device costs more than traditional immobilisers, the security it provides makes it worth the investment.
Ghost is not a requirement for an annual subscription. Instead it connects to your mobile phone via low-energy bluetooth. This creates an encrypted connection between your phone and the immobiliser, which makes it virtually impossible for criminals to intercept. There are also no LED indicators to show the location of the device.
The Autowatch Ghost car immobiliser is easy to install and remove. Its'service valet mode' lets you disable the immobiliser while taking your car for service or MOTed. Enter the PIN code when you return to your vehicle.
The Autowatch Ghost can also be used with newer cars that do not come with an immobiliser fitted at the factory. It can be used to transfer between vehicles when you sell your old one so long as the new car is compatible.
There is no need to remember the PIN code
A ghost immobiliser car is an additional layer of protection that prevents tech-savvy thieves from starting your vehicle, even in the event that they've copied your key fob or taken it. It connects with your car's Control Area Network (CAN) and disables the motor when you start the engine without entering a PIN code. There's no new keypad fitted; instead, it uses buttons that are in your vehicle, such as the steering wheel, door panels, or the centre console. This means it's not just inaccessible to thieves, but keeps the appearance of your vehicle's interior.
The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser is a discrete electronic device that integrates with your car's ECU to create an almost impossible security barrier that thieves cannot breach. It is completely inaccessible to thieves who use traditional RF scanning techniques to capture and clone the signal from your key fob. It's a TASSA certified product, which means it has been independently test to the highest standards. Some insurance companies recognise this as an important feature to ensure the safety of your vehicle.
You can switch the ghost CAN immobiliser into "Service/Valet Mode" if you have to give your vehicle away to valet parking, service or have a driver for you. This mode can be switched with a pin code only you know.
This is a quick and simple process that you can complete with the help of the guide supplied with the Ghost. It will explain how to enter the code and how to reset it if you forget.
Easy to reset
Since the introduction of ghost immobiliser cars have been a leader in the field of vehicle security. Utilizing undetectable position as well as communication with CANBus to ECU tech and unique pin code entry, it's managed to keep one step ahead of the most determined thieves. It doesn't require a key fob, or any other wireless connection to work. It can also be removed from the vehicle when you decide to sell it.
Like any password or security measure it's normal that you'll forget the PIN code for your ghost immobiliser. If this happens, you shouldn't be concerned as it's easy to reset. ghost immobiliser problems can obtain an emergency code by contacting the installer who installed your system. This is usually hidden beneath a scratch-off section on a card supplied at the time of installation, and it's essential to keep it in a safe place.
The Emergency Code will allow you to regain access to your vehicle so that it can drive it as normal and is a great option for situations where you have to surrender your vehicle to valet parking or service for instance. It can also be used to make sure that your car is secure when you are away so that no one else can start the motor.
If you're seeking a way to increase the security of your vehicle and safeguard your pride and joy from hacking, cloning and remote theft, you should consider installing a ghost immobiliser from Autowatch a market leader in the UK market. To find out more, get in touch with us today.