Why You Need a Ghost 2 Immobiliser Fitting Near Me
Modern day thieves can steal vehicles in less than a minute. They use the cars OBD port to hack into the ECU and then duplicate a key, all using an unnoticed laptop inside the car.
An Autowatch Ghost immobiliser prevents this by sending a series of pin codes via the buttons on your vehicle (steering wheel and central console). It is totally undetectable to anyone inside your car.
There are no key fobs or LED indicators to indicate its location
If you’re looking for a method to stop keyless entry theft or key cloning, then you should look at the ghost immobiliser. This device safeguards your vehicle from these kinds of attacks by preventing the engine from running after a proper pin code is entered. This is a reliable way to protect your car. Even car insurance companies recognize it as a safety feature that can lower the cost of insurance.
The ghost connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle. Once it is installed by Car Theft Solutions, Autowatch ghost immobiliser it will only work if you enter your personal override code as well as a specific button combination. This means that any attempt to start the vehicle without entering this code will be met by a loud siren and the engine won’t start. The thief will then realise that they’ve been caught and is likely to leave the vehicle and flee.
One of the big advantages of this system is that it does not transmit any signals like the tracker, which means that thieves are unable to use RF signal receivers to locate your Ghost device. It doesn’t emit IR (infrared signals) like standard remote control key fobs or trackers, making it difficult to bypass or hack.
Another advantage of the ghost is that it comes with the valet mode which can be activated when you give your vehicle to a valet service or parking. This disables the immobiliser on the CAN for 30mph and allow you to use the vehicle in normal mode using your key fob or phone app. The Ghost will be fully functional when the vehicle is returned to its parked position.
If you’d like to know more about the Ghost immobiliser or have us install it in your vehicle, contact us at Car Theft Solutions today. We are a passionate family owned business with more than 10 years of experience in the field of vehicle security, including the Ghost immobiliser fitting. We are a Thatcham-approved installer of Ghost products, and our reputation is built on the satisfaction of our customers.
No hacking, cloning or altering
The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is one of the most advanced immobilisers on the market. It protects your vehicle from key cloning and hacking which makes it almost impossible to take. The only way thieves could steal your vehicle is physically towing it away, and even then they won’t be in a position to start the engine.
This is due to the fact that unlike other immobilisers that only stop the vehicle from starting if they don’t have your fob this system actually shuts off the engine control unit so that the vehicle can’t start. It does this by sending a signal to buttons on your steering wheel, door panel or centre console which can only be disabled by entering the correct pin code It is this feature that makes the Ghost difficult to break.
Its sleek and discreet design ensures that it will fit into your vehicle seamlessly with no additional keys or LED indicators and it operates independently of your original alarm or tracker. It is a CAN-bus immobiliser, which means it sits in your vehicle’s control network and doesn’t interfere with existing devices like the key fob in your vehicle or alarm.
This exclusive technology is not easily detected by thieves unlike other systems that employ RF scanning and code grabbing. It only transmits a series of pin codes in a silent manner through the buttons on your vehicle’s steering wheels, door panels, or central console. The Ghost is an innovative device that protects your vehicle against keyless entry and smart key theft. It does this by creating an individual, unique pin code that must be entered in order to disable it.
With the increase in keyless entry cars that are on the road The thieves are becoming sophisticated and are using cloning equipment that can be purchased via classifieds or online for less than PS15. The key fob that is cloned can be used to gain access to the vehicle. The standard immobiliser will only stop the vehicle from starting if the person who stole it has the original key fob. This is not enough protection, and it’s easy to get criminals to jam or spoof signals to unlock your car.
Valet mode
An immobiliser that is standard on your vehicle uses an electronic chip that sends the signal when you press the key fob button. The system will then look for the particular code you have that was sent from the key to start the car. If the correct signal isn’t detected, it will cut off and prevent the engine from starting. This is the principle behind all immobilisers that are sold aftermarket. It’s an essential measure to safeguard your car from being stolen, even if someone has your keys or a device that could boost the signal of your key fob.
A ghost immobiliser does more than simply stop this. The system, which is located on the CAN bus of your Mercedes is programmed with a unique PIN code that needs to be entered to start the vehicle. The app is then locked your app and no one can ever access it unless they have the same unique pin that you have.
The system will also stop cloning, signal jamming and hacking (which thieves can use to bypass the immobiliser in your car). If a burglar manages to get their hands on the keys to your car or fob, they won’t be able start your vehicle even if it’s parked nearby. The only way to escape with your car is to physically take it away in an oversized lorry that has a flatbed which is extremely unlikely.
Valet mode is a standard feature with your ghost immobiliser. When activated, the car’s glove box and trunk will be locked, so that anyone stealing your car will not have any personal items to take with them. It will also limit the speed of your Tesla so that it cannot be driven more than 70mph. It also will disable insane modes. It will also conceal your home and work addresses, restrict your driver profiles and lock your Tesla dashboard to ensure that no one else is able to access your private data.
If you want to make use of your car for valet parking or for service purposes, simply select the ‘Valet/Service’ option in the dashboard app and enter your 4-digit valet number on the touchscreen. After this is done, the alarm functions will be bypassed however, it will hinder the ability to start your car ghost immobiliser until a valid pin has been entered. This is ideal for people who need to give their vehicle to others, such as taxi drivers and garage mechanics.
The first-ever aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser
The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser. It provides security that is unmatched by anything available today. It safeguards your vehicle from key cloning, hacking, and even key theft. This is accomplished through the vehicle’s current interface. It doesn’t require remotes or fobs in addition to it but is integrated into the vehicle’s CAN data network. This makes it a’silent’ gadget.
The device is a circuit board hidden in your car’s engine control unit (ECU). It operates quietly. Once activated it will prevent your car from starting until a specific PIN is entered. This is a unique code you will receive when you make an appointment for installation. This number will be needed to activate valet mode, turn off the alarm, or permit you to leave in the car of a friend (if they have a Ghost installed as well).
It is designed to blend in from the inside of your car. It doesn’t emit radio signals, but it does emit makes sounds when it is activated. It can be placed in a variety of places which makes it virtually impossible to detect. It’s also low-maintenance and can be utilized in conjunction with other anti-theft systems like trackers (Brand dependent) for the complete solution.
Many people choose to install ghost immobilisers because they feel that the existing security measures aren’t sufficient to safeguard their pride and joy. Whilst physical deterrents like wheel locks for steering wheels and wheel clamps are a great alternative, they aren’t necessarily considered “theft proof” by thieves because they can be beaten easily using the right tools. A ghost immobiliser can’t, however, be beaten by a burglar as it is covertly integrated inside the vehicle. Its activation activated, it will shut down the components like the starter motor or fuel system.
Ghost immobilisers are installed for just PS450 It’s less than the cost of other products. It also stops your car being stolen. If you’re looking to add a layer of protection to your car’s pride and joy call us today to make sure we can arrange it for you. We accept credit card payments and provide a three-month, interest-free credit through Klarna.
