Why You Need a Ghost 2 Immobiliser Fitting Near Me
Modern criminals can steal a car within a matter of minutes. They make use of the OBD port of the vehicle to hack into the ECU and then duplicate a key using an unprotected laptop inside the vehicle.
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Autowatch Ghost immobiliser stops this by sending a series of pin codes through existing buttons in your vehicle (steering wheel and central console). It is completely undetectable by anyone inside your car.
There are no key fobs, LED indicators or other ways of locating the vehicle are accessible.
If you're looking for a method to stop keyless entry theft or key cloning then look no further than the ghost immobiliser. This device is designed to guard your vehicle against these types of attacks, by blocking the engine after a proper pin code has been entered. This is a very effective method of safeguarding your car, and insurance companies see it as a safety measure that could help lower the cost of your policy.
The ghost is connected to your vehicle's CAN data network. Once installed by Car Theft Solutions, it will only work when you enter your personal override code and a specific button combination. This means that any attempt to start the vehicle without entering this code will be greeted with a loud alarm, and the engine won't start. The thief will then realise that they have been caught and is likely to get out of the vehicle and run off.
One of the big advantages of this system is that it does not transmit any signals like the tracker, which means that thieves cannot utilize RF signal receivers in order to pinpoint the location of your Ghost device. It doesn't emit IR (infrared signals) like standard remote control key fobs or trackers, making it hard to hack or bypass.
The Ghost also has valet-mode which can be activated when you are handing your vehicle over to a valet for parking or service. This will disable the immobiliser CAN for 30 mph and allow you to use your vehicle just as normal by with your key fob. If the vehicle is parked up again, the Ghost will be restored to full function.
Car Theft Solutions is the place to contact for information more about Ghost, or should you wish to have it installed in your vehicle. We are a family-owned company with more than 10 years' experience in security for vehicles. This includes the ghost immobiliser installation (
click through the next page). We are a Thatcham-approved installer for Ghost products and our name is built on customer satisfaction.
No cloning or hacking
The Autowatch Ghost is one of the most advanced immobilisers available on the market. It protects your car from key cloning or hacking making it near impossible to steal. The only way that a burglar could steal your vehicle is physically towing it away, and even then they would not be capable of starting the engine.
This is because, unlike other immobilisers that prevent the vehicle from starting if they don't have your fob, this system actually shuts off the engine control unit, ensuring that the vehicle is unable to be started. It works by sending a signal to buttons on your steering wheel and door panel, as well as your centre console which can only be disabled by entering the proper pin code configuration This feature that makes the Ghost impossible to break.
Its discreet and sleek design allows it to fit in seamlessly into your vehicle, without any additional keys or LEDs - it runs independently from your alarm system or tracker from factory. It also functions as a bus immobiliser, which means it is part of the control area network of your vehicle and doesn't interfere with any other devices such as your vehicle's built in key fob or alarm.
Unlike other systems that rely on RF scanning or code grabbing the Ghost's unique technology is indestructible to thieves as it only sends a silent sequence of pin codes via the buttons that are already present on your vehicle's steering wheel doors, door panels, or the central console. The Ghost is a revolutionary device that safeguards your vehicle from theft of keyless entry and smart key theft. It does this by generating an individual pin code which needs to be entered in order to disarm the device.
With the growing number of keyless entry cars on the road, thieves are becoming increasingly sophisticated and utilizing cloning devices that can be bought online or through the classifieds for less than PS15. The key fob that is cloned can be used to gain access to the vehicle. The standard immobiliser can only stop the car from starting if the thief has your original key fob. It's not enough security and
Ghost immobiliser installation it's very easy to get criminals to jam or spoof signals to unlock the vehicle.
Valet mode
Standard immobilisers that are fitted to your vehicle employ an electronic chip that sends an indication. The system will then look for the code that was sent by the key to begin the vehicle. If the proper signal isn't received, it will cut off and prevent the engine from getting started. This is the principle behind all aftermarket car immobilisers. It's an essential measure to safeguard your car from being stolen, even if someone has your keys or an accessory that can enhance the signal of your key fob.
Ghost immobilisers do more than stop this. The system, which is on the CAN bus of your Mercedes is programmed with a unique pin code that needs to be entered in order to start the vehicle. This is then locked on your application and nobody will ever be able to access it unless they have the same unique pin that you have.
The system will also stop signal jamming, cloning and hacking (which thieves can use to get around the immobiliser in your car). If a criminal is able to get their hands on your car keys or key fob, they won't be able start your vehicle even if it is located nearby. The only way for them to get your car away is to physically transport it away in the flatbed of a lorry which is extremely unlikely.
Valet mode comes as an option that comes with your ghost immobiliser. When it is turned on the glove box as well as trunk of your car will be locked. This means that anyone attempting to take your car away will not have anything personal to steal. It also limits the speed of your Tesla to ensure that it is not able to be driven at speeds of more than 70mph. It also will disable absurd modes. It will also conceal your home and work addresses and make your driver profiles secure, and also lock your Tesla dashboard so that no one else can access your private data.
If you would like to use your car for valet parking or service, choose the 'Valet/Service mode' in the dashboard app. Enter your 4-digit valet code onto the touchscreen. The alarm will no longer work, however the car won't start unless you enter an authentic pin. This is ideal for those who have to hand over their vehicle to others, such as taxi drivers and garage mechanics.
The world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser
The Autowatch Ghost provides unbeatable security and is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser in the world. It protects your car from key cloning, hacking, and even key theft. This is accomplished by integrating into your vehicle's current interface. It doesn't require additional fobs or remotes but integrates into your 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 functions quietly. Once activated, it will prevent the car from starting unless you enter a PIN. This is the code you receive when you book an install. This number is required to enable valet, deactivate the alarm, or let you to leave in a car belonging to a friend (if they also have Ghost installed).
It is designed so that it cannot be detected by anyone looking into your cars interior, does not transmit radio signals and will only be heard when it's activated.