A Step-By'-Step Guide For Ghost Immobiliser Fitter
What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
An immobiliser is a security device that prevents your car from starting without the correct key or fob. It also helps reduce your car insurance costs.
The ghost system generates a unique pin code using the buttons on your vehicle's centre console, steering wheel, or door panels. You can change it. Think of it as the PIN on credit card, but much safer (up to 20 button presses). It is undetectable and operates completely silently on the CAN data network.
Easy to install
Ghost immobilisers, also known as a PIN code blocker is a device mounted on the engine of your car that stops it from being started in the event that the PIN code was not entered correctly. It's not just easy to install, but also tamperproof and therefore an excellent choice for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, and it safeguards your vehicle like nothing else available today. It stops your vehicle from key cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even the theft of the actual keys from inside your home. It also blocks your car's engine until either you enter your unique PIN or the app is used to allow the engine to start.
As it sits on the CAN data network of your vehicle there is no wiring that needs to be connected, which means that it cannot be detected by sophisticated scanners, or even disabled by simple wire cutting. It's also undetectable by the professional thieves who employ these methods because it doesn't send signals that can be picked up with diagnostic tools and does not emit a distinct chirp when activated like many other systems available.
The device utilizes the original buttons in your car (steering wheels door panels, doors, or centre consoles) to generate an unique and reversible PIN sequence that only you can access. This code is entered by using your smartphone or a secret button located on the Ghost unit. It is impossible for anyone else to access this sequence unless it's you. This is why it's such a good deterrent to criminals as there's no way they could escape without you noticing and alerting them to the presence of your vehicle.
If you decide to change vehicles during your ownership, you can move the Ghost from one vehicle to the next as long as it has an CAN bus that is compatible. It's a simple process that won't invalidate your warranty, as it works on the CAN data network. It's not necessary to alter your steering wheel or status indicators. The most appealing thing about the Ghost is that it's much cheaper and easier to install than an a wheel lock, tracking system, or a tracker.
No key-fobs or LED indications to indicate its location
We all consider our vehicle to be a pride and joy in our lives. With this in mind, it is natural that some are willing to spend a lot of money on keeping their vehicle clean. It is important to ensure that our cars are safe.
Unfortunately the criminals are becoming more aggressive and are now able to hack into the vehicle's keyless entry systems that allow them to take your car even when the keys are in the ignition, or even in the house. They could then make use of relay devices to duplicate the unique signal of your car and start it without your knowledge. Although these vehicles are usually equipped with a tracker this can be disabled by using a few simple techniques.
Autowatch have developed a ground-breaking solution to stop this, dubbed Ghost, the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, which safeguards your vehicle like nothing else available. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) verified and is insurance approved - meaning it could save you money on car insurance.
This unique device has been designed in a way to be inaccessible to thieves. It makes use of the buttons on your steering wheel and dashboard to generate a unique PIN sequence up to 20 digits that must be entered to start the engine. This system cannot be detected using codes-grabbing or RF scanning. It is only deactivated with an app for smartphones or key fob or two smartphones.
It is also silent so thieves would not be able to tell that it was in your car. Furthermore, since it is connected to the CAN network, it cannot be disconnected from the ECU.
Other features include a valet mode which allows your car to be started up temporarily to clean or service purposes and a PIN change feature in the event that you forget your PIN, as well as the maintenance and service mode so that you can still drive your car when you need to. The device can be hidden in a variety of places in your vehicle and the installation is carried out by our vetted Ghost installers so that there are no permanent marks left on your interior. This ensures it is suitable to be resold.
No RFID scanning or code-grabbing technology
The Ghost Immobiliser does not use RF scanning or code-grabbing technology that is the primary method used by thieves to steal the key fobs and get access to your car's computer to create an unlocked key for your vehicle. Instead, it makes use of the buttons already found in your steering wheel as well as dashboard to communicate with your car. It's therefore completely hidden and invisible, since it is not visible. The Ghost works with the CAN data network of your vehicle, which means that no additional wiring is required.
This will prevent anyone from starting your vehicle without a unique pin, or smartphone authorisation. ghost immobiliser installers near me 'll never be in an empty vehicle. This means that even if your car is stolen via key replication, relay theft or ECU swapping thieves won't be in a position to start your car, making them more likely to abandon it for fear of getting found.
The buttons on the dash and steering wheel are used to create a hidden 'password. The code is only known by you (like the PIN on a bankcard). The system will then start the engine in the service valet mode when pressed. This mode requires an additional PIN code or you can use the Autowatch App to unlock the car using your smartphone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your car, allowing you to leave it for valeting or driving away without worrying about it being stolen or having the wrong keys in it.
The Ghost is a discrete and cost-effective way to protect your car from theft via contactless. It is TASSA approved and may reduce your insurance costs, so you can drive confidently knowing that your pride and joy is secure. The Ghost is suitable for many different vehicles, including motorhomes and vans So you'll be secure wherever you go. Call us today for your free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost.
No extra wiring
The ghost immobiliser is mounted directly in the vehicle, and is connected to CAN data network. This is the reason it is so effective. The device does not require any after-market key fobs but instead makes use of the buttons on your current car's steering wheel and dashboard to generate an individual PIN code sequence that must be entered before the engine can start. This sequence can be as long or short as you want and may even contain numbers or letters that make it as secure as credit cards. It can also be altered at anytime.
It is crucial to mention that, unlike the wheel lock or other after-market tracker devices, ghost isn't Thatcham approved. The device is TASSA-approved and many insurance companies recognise it as a security instrument that can help reduce your premiums.
Because of its discreet method of working it is unable to be detected by thieves and is an ideal choice for those looking to keep their vehicles safe and secure whilst travelling abroad or for use with valet parking and service companies. The device can be set to Valet mode, which permits the driver of the vehicle to start the car and drive with parameters such as a 30mph speed limit without entering a pin code. It is then removed and active when you return to your vehicle.
This feature is particularly useful for those who utilize their vehicles, such as valet service or taxi drivers. It can also be used by family members, friends or work colleagues, allowing them to temporarily start your vehicle whilst it's in the garage for maintenance or washing. Once you are back in possession, the Ghost can be reactivated by using the PIN code.
Unlike many other after-market security products, the Ghost is fully sealed and very small, meaning it can be hidden anywhere in your vehicle. Its small size also means there is no evidence of the device and it will not harm your vehicle in any way.