The Main Issue With Immobiliser Ghost And How To Fix It
Ghost Immobiliser Tracker
The Autowatch Ghost is a discrete immobiliser that stops you from starting your car without entering a pin code. It protects your vehicle from cloning, hacking and theft of relays.
This is accomplished by preventing your vehicle from starting until you enter the PIN (up to 20 digits) code by pressing the buttons on your vehicle.
Theft Prevention
Ghost immobiliser trackers make it more difficult for thieves to steal your vehicle. The device is connected to your car's CAN data network and a personalised code is programmed in it. This code is entered using the buttons on your dashboard and steering wheel and is only accessible to you. If someone tries to start your engine they will be blocked from doing this because only you know the PIN. The system is discreet and inaccessible, allowing it to operate in the background of your vehicle without interfering with your driving experience.
The device is also resistant to the fastest-growing method of theft that is used in the UK known as relay attacks. This involves thieves working in groups of two or more. One thief will stand near your vehicle while another typically in a nearby home or along the roadside and will use an electronic device to receive your key-fob signal and send it to their relay. The Ghost II immobiliser prevents the thief from starting your car by blocking the signal from your fob.
This is to prevent thieves from adding an additional ECU or key to bypass the system in order to start your car. It works silently, and doesn't emit the click of the traditional immobiliser relays. It also stops circuit cuts, which are a common method used by professional thieves in order to alter your car and make it more difficult to take it away.
If a thief does successfully take your vehicle, the GPS tracking will alert you to their location and send you an SMS message of their movements. This will enable you to call the police to notify them of the theft and possibly get your vehicle back.
An immobiliser from Ghost will safeguard your valuables from theft. It must be installed by a trained and qualified installer to ensure that the system is installed and working properly. This is why we suggest that you work with a TASSA approved engineer such as MotorGuard which can provide an individualized fitting service for the Autowatch Ghost and other modern automobile security products.
Remote Control
A mobile app that is simple to use allows you to activate the device by with a small device attached to the keyring, which connects to the onboard CAN network of the car. It will create an individual PIN (similar to the ones found for credit or debit cards) that needs to be entered to allow your vehicle to be driven. The engine will be disabled preventing thieves from starting your car regardless of what they do with your original key fobs, or even using methods of theft relays.
Ghost immobiliser trackers come with systems that stop signal jamming, spoofing and the cloning of signals. These are all methods that standard immobilisers could be vulnerable. These next-generation devices can be linked to other car alarm systems and Trackers (Brand dependant) to allow priority disarming.
This technology is available to any of our Ghost Tracker Products, giving you peace of mind wherever you travel in your vehicle. It can be integrated with your existing tracking system. Once activated, it can be authorized via the app to secure and start your vehicle. This is great for short trips to the store or to transport your children to school.
The Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser takes security to the future with a sleek design that makes use of buttons on your steering wheel/dashboard to create an individual PIN sequence that is only recognized by you. This is achieved through a combination of up to 20 separate button presses so it is almost impossible to crack by thieves and can even disable the immobiliser.
Another advantage of this is that it will still be active if your car is being tracked by one of our trackers or stolen, and it can be activated through the app. ghost immobiliser fitting can be activated by a TASSA approved installer (We are an TASSA approved installer) and will reactivate the original car alarm, and trigger any other security features like an alarm for car tethering or vehicle location warnings to the driver.
The Autowatch Ghost II immobiliser is an insurance-approved product, from TASSA. It is able to be installed on all vehicles. The product is silent and undetectable and does not require wire cutting during installation.
Tracking
Ghost immobilisers are an excellent addition to any vehicle, especially as more and more people are looking to secure their vehicles against contactless theft. It shields your vehicle from key cloning and keyless entry. It also has a variety of tracking features, allowing you to track your vehicle and keep it visible.
Unlike many immobilisers on the market that use radio frequencies, our Ghost is completely silent and operates by using the on-board CAN network of your vehicle. This means that it is inaccessible to any potential thief, who can't use simple scanners that scan RF to find the system. Furthermore, because it doesn't require additional cutting of the circuit to be installed The Ghost is extremely hard to disarm.
Once it is installed after installation, once it is installed, the Ghost immobiliser will not allow your engine to start unless you enter your unique PIN. You can enter up to 20 digit PIN via the dash of your vehicle or the steering wheel buttons to ensure that only you and those you give permission to can start the vehicle. If you forget your PIN there is a reset option so that you can quickly restart the vehicle. Other features that are useful include Service mode, which permits your vehicle to temporarily start and drive without a PIN, which is great for valeting or taking it to the garage for work.
We highly recommend pairing a ghost with an GPS tracking device to get the most out of your security system. A GPS tracker will not just let you know where your car is but can also send an alert if the vehicle moves outside of the area set. This will let you swiftly take action in the event that your vehicle is moving.
As one of the Midlands most reputable installers of high-end ghost and other vehicle security systems, we provide an extensive fitting service to make sure that your vehicle's pride and joy is fully protected. Our team of experts are ready to offer you unrivalled advice assistance and support to ensure that you can find the best solution that suits your needs.
Maintenance
Ghost immobilisers are low-maintenance device that operates silently and does not emit any radio signals. It is connected to the vehicle's CAN data bus, and works via the ECU, making it very difficult for thieves to identify. The device is also highly durable and can be used for a long period of time without causing any damage or wear and tear. It can be put in a discreet place within the vehicle. It can be installed in various ways, such as in the wheel trim, or in the engine bay.
It's a great solution for protecting your most precious possessions. It is a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional security measures, such as a wheel lock or a hidden tracking device. It is an excellent choice for commercial vehicles. It can be mounted on a van or truck to prevent theft. Additionally, it is not susceptible to hacking and can help you to track the whereabouts of your vehicle at all times.
Like other immobilisers Ghost II CAN immobiliser does not utilize LED indicators or key fobs. It makes use of buttons on your Porsche buttons, like those on the steering wheels, door panels and the center console, to create an unique code that has to be entered to disarm the vehicle.
This innovative system does not need any special software or programming and is therefore very difficult to hack or disable. It is also a very cost-effective and easy to install solution, as it does not require any electrical wiring or an external power source to function.
Total Vehicle Systems' team of experts will show you the Autowatch Ghost 2 Tracker on your Porsche, before it is installed. We will then provide you with owner's guides, installation certifications and the Ghost 2 emergency card. We will also ensure that you are happy with the results.