Why You Need a Ghost 2 Immobiliser Fitting Near Me
Modern criminals can steal a car within a matter of minutes. They use the cars OBD port to hack into the ECU & then duplicate a key, all from a laptop hidden in the car.
An Autowatch Ghost immobiliser prevents this by sending a sequence of pin codes via the existing buttons in your vehicle (steering wheel and central console). It is completely inaccessible to anyone else in your car.
There are no key fobs or LED indicators, or any other methods to locate the vehicle are available.
The ghost immobiliser is the best way to prevent keyless entry theft and key copying. This device shields your vehicle from these types of attacks by blocking the engine after a proper pin code is entered. This is a highly effective method of safeguarding your car, and even insurance companies see it as a security measure that can help reduce the cost of your insurance.
The ghost is connected to the CAN data network of your vehicle. Once it is installed by Car Theft Solutions, it will only work when you enter your personal override code and a specific button combination. The engine will not begin when you attempt to start your vehicle without the code. The criminal will realize that they've been caught and will likely to leave the vehicle and flee.
One of the main advantages of this system is that it doesn't transmit any signals, like trackers, which means that thieves cannot make use of RF signal receivers to locate your Ghost unit. It doesn't emit IR (infrared signals) as do typical remote control key fobs as well as trackers, making it hard to bypass or hack.
Another benefit of the ghost is that it features an option for valet parking that can be activated when you give your vehicle to valet parking or for servicing. This will disable the immobiliser CAN for 30 mph and allow you to drive as normal with your key fob. The Ghost will function fully when the vehicle is back in its parking spot.
If you'd like to find out more about the Ghost or would like us to install it in your vehicle, contact us at Car Theft Solutions today. We are a family-owned business with more than 10 years' experience in the field of vehicle security. This includes the Ghost immobiliser installation. We are a Thatcham-approved installer of Ghost products, and our reputation is built on customer satisfaction.
No hacking, cloning or altering
The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is one of the most advanced models on the market. It safeguards your vehicle from key cloning and hacking, making it nearly impossible to steal. The only way thieves could steal your
vehicle is to physically tow it away. Even then, they won't be able to start the engine.
This is because, unlike other immobilisers that simply stop your vehicle from starting if don't have the fob, the innovative system actually shuts off the engine control unit to stop the vehicle from starting. It works by sending a signal to buttons on your steering wheel or door panel, or on your central console which can only be disabled by entering the proper pin code configuration This feature that makes the Ghost difficult to break.
Its sleek and discrete design allows it to be seamlessly into your vehicle without the requirement for additional keys or LED indicators. It runs independently of the factory tracker or alarm. It also functions as a bus immobiliser meaning that it sits within your vehicle's control area network and is not interfering with any other devices such as your vehicle's built in key fob or
vehicle alarm.
This exclusive technology is not detectable by thieves, unlike other systems that rely on RF scanning and code grabbing. It simply sends pin codes that are silently transmitted through the buttons on your vehicle's steering wheel, door panels, or central console. The Ghost is a revolutionary product that shields your vehicle from keyless entry theft and smart key theft. It does this by generating an unique pin code which needs to be entered in order to disable the device.
With the increasing number of keys-less entry vehicles on the road the thieves are becoming more sophisticated and utilizing cloning devices that can be bought on the internet or in the classifieds for less than PS15. The cloned key fob can be used to gain access to the vehicle. The standard immobiliser will only stop the car from starting if the person who stole it has the original key fob. This is not enough protection, and it's easy for criminals jam or spoof signals to unlock your car.
Valet mode
An immobiliser that is standard on your vehicle uses an electronic chip which sends the signal when you press the key fob button, the system will then look for that specific code that is sent by the key to start the car. If the proper signal cannot be received the system will cut off the power and prevent the car from beginning. This is the principle behind all immobilisers for cars that are aftermarket. It's a crucial step to protect your vehicle from being taken away, even if someone has your keys or a device that could enhance the signal of your key fob.
However, a ghost immobiliser does not just stop it, it goes much further. The system, which is located on the CAN bus of your Mercedes is programmed with a unique PIN push sequence that must be entered in order to start the vehicle. The sequence is then encrypted in your app, and no anyone else will be able to access it without the same pin as you.
The system will also stop cloning, signal jamming and hacking (which thieves can use to bypass the immobiliser in your car). If a criminal gets their hands on your keys to your car or fob, they will not be able start your vehicle even if it is in a nearby parking lot. The only way they could escape with your car is to physically take it away on a flatbed lorry which is extremely unlikely.
Valet mode comes as an option that comes with your
ghost immobiliser problems immobiliser. When it is activated the car's glove box and trunk will be locked so that thieves won't have any personal belongings to carry with them. It also limits the speed of your Tesla, so that it cannot be driven over 70mph. It also will disable absurd modes. It will also lock your driver profiles and conceal your home and work addresses to ensure that no one other person can access the private information on your Tesla dashboard.
If you would like to use your vehicle for valet parking, or service, select the 'Valet/Service' mode on the dashboard app. Enter your 4-digit valet code onto the touchscreen. After this is done, the alarm functions will be removed however, it will prevent you from starting your car until a valid pin has been entered. This is ideal for those who need to transfer their car to others such as taxi drivers and garage mechanics.
The first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser for the world
The Autowatch Ghost is the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser. It provides security unmatched by anything on the market today. It safeguards you from key cloning and hacking and even the theft of keys. This is accomplished through a partnership with your vehicle's current interface. It doesn't require any additional fobs or remotes and instead works with the vehicle's data network CAN. This makes it a 'stealth' device.
The device is an in-built circuit board that connects to the engine management system of your car (ECU) and operates in a silent manner. Once activated, it will stop your vehicle from starting until specific PIN is entered. This is the unique number you will receive when you book an install. This number will be needed to activate valet mode, turn off the alarm, or permit you to leave in the car of your friend (if they have a Ghost installed too).
It is designed to ensure that it is not spotted by anyone who is looking inside your car's interior.