Why You Need a Ghost 2 Immobiliser Fitting Near Me
Modern criminals can steal a car in under a minute. They use the cars OBD port to hack the ECU & then duplicate a new key, all via an unnoticed laptop inside the car.
The autowatch ghost installers west midlands Ghost immobiliser prevents this by sending pin codes to the buttons on your vehicle (steering wheels & central console). It is completely undetectable by anyone inside your vehicle.
There are no key fobs or LED indicators to reveal the location of the vehicle.
The ghost immobiliser is a great way to prevent keyless entry theft and key copying. This device safeguards your vehicle from these types of attacks by preventing the engine from running when the proper pin code is entered. This is a very efficient method of protecting your car, and even car insurance companies recognise it as a safety measure that could help lower the cost of your insurance.
The way the ghost works is through connecting to your vehicle’s CAN data network, once installed by us at Car Theft Solutions it will only start when you enter the exact sequence of buttons using your personalised override code. The engine will not start when you attempt to start your vehicle without using the code. The thief will then realize that they’ve been caught and will most likely leave the vehicle.
This system has the advantage of not transmitting any signals like a tracker. Thieves cannot use RF receivers to pinpoint your Ghost unit’s location. It doesn’t emit IR (infrared signals) like standard remote control key fobs and trackers, making it hard to hack or evade.
The Ghost also has valet-mode which can be activated when you are handing your vehicle to an individual for parking or service. This will disable the immobiliser on the CAN for 30mph and allows you to operate the vehicle in normal mode using your key fob or phone app. The bmw m2 ghost installer will function fully when the vehicle is returned to its parked position.
If you would like to know more about the ghost immobiliser tracker (go to this web-site) or would like us to install it in your vehicle then please contact us at Car Theft Solutions today. We are a family-owned business with more than 10 years’ experience in vehicle security. This includes the Ghost immobiliser installation. We are a Thatcham-approved installer for Ghost products and our reputation is built on the satisfaction of our customers.
No cloning, hacking or altering
The Autowatch Ghost is one of the most advanced immobilisers available on the market. It shields your car from key cloning or hacking making it virtually impossible to steal. The only way thieves could steal your car is by physically towing it away. Even then, they wouldn’t be able to start the engine.
This is because unlike other immobilisers which only prevent the vehicle from starting if they don’t have your fob, this clever system actually disconnects the engine control unit so that the vehicle can’t be started. It operates by sending a signal to buttons on your steering wheel, door panel or centre console which can only be disabled by entering the proper pin code configuration, it is this feature that makes the Ghost difficult to break.
Its sleek and discreet design allows it to fit seamlessly into your vehicle without the necessity of additional keys or LED indicators. It operates independently of the factory tracker or alarm. It is a CAN-bus immobiliser, which means it sits in the control network of your vehicle and does no interfere with existing devices, such as the key fob in your vehicle or alarm.
This unique technology is not detectable by thieves and other systems that rely on RF scanning and code grabbing. It only 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 device that protects your vehicle against keyless entry and smart key theft by generating an individual, personalized pin code that needs to be entered to deactivate it.
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 cloned key fob can be used to gain access to the vehicle. A standard vehicle immobiliser stops the engine from running when you have your original key fob, this does not offer enough security and is easy for criminals to spoof or jam signals to unlock the vehicle.
Valet mode
Standard immobilisers installed to your vehicle use an electronic chip to send an indication. The system will then look for the code that was sent by the key to begin the vehicle. If the correct signal cannot be detected, the system will cut off the power and stop the vehicle from beginning. This is the basis of all immobilisers for cars that are aftermarket. It’s an essential measure to prevent your car from being stolen, even if someone has your keys or a device that could boost the signal of your key fob.
However, a ghost immobiliser does not only stop that, it goes much further. The system, which is located on the CAN bus of your Mercedes is programmed with a unique pin code push sequence that must be entered to start the vehicle. This is then locked on your app and no one can ever access it unless they have the exact pin you have.
The system will also stop cloning, signal jamming and hacking (which thieves could use to bypass the immobiliser in your car). If a thief is able to get their hands on your keys to your car or fob, they will not be able start your vehicle even if it is parked nearby. The only way for them to get your car away is to physically transport it away on an oversized lorry that has a flatbed which is highly unlikely.
Valet mode is a standard feature with your ghost immobiliser. When activated, the glove box and trunk will be locked, so that anyone who steals your car will not be able to take any personal items to carry with them. It will also limit the speed of your Tesla to ensure that it cannot be driven over 70mph and disables ludicrous mode. It will also conceal your work and home addresses and lock your driver profiles, and lock your Tesla dashboard so that no one else is able to access the private data.
If you would like to use your car as valet parking, or service, choose the ‘Valet/Service’ option in the dashboard app. Enter your 4-digit valet code on the touchscreen. Once you have done this the alarm functions will be removed however it will prevent you from starting your car without a valid pin entered. This is ideal for those who need to hand their vehicle over to others like taxi drivers and garage mechanics.
The world’s first aftermarket immobiliser for CAN buses
The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser. It offers security that is unparalleled by anything available today. It protects you from key hacking or cloning, and even the theft of keys. This is done by working with your vehicle’s current interface. It does not require additional fobs or remotes but integrates into your vehicle’s CAN data network. This makes it a stealth’ gadget.
The device is a circuit board buried in your car’s engine control unit (ECU). It functions quietly. Once activated, it will stop your vehicle from starting until a specific PIN is entered. This is the number you will receive when you make an appointment to install. This number is required to activate valet mode, disable the alarm, or allow you to drive away in the car of a friend (if they have Ghost installed). Ghost installed as well).
It is designed to blend in from the interior of your car. It does not emit radio signals, but it does emit sounds when it is activated. It can be put in many different places which makes it virtually impossible to spot. It is also low-maintenance and can be fitted in conjunction with other systems, such as a tracker (Brand dependent) to provide an all-inclusive anti-theft solution.
Many people choose to install an immobiliser ghost because they feel that the existing security measures aren’t enough to safeguard their pride and joy. Whilst physical deterrents like steering wheel locks and wheel clamps are an excellent alternative, they aren’t really considered “theft proof” by thieves since they can be defeated quite easily using the appropriate tools. Ghost immobilisers are not bypassable by thieves as it is built into the vehicle and, if activated, will stop the starter motor as well as the fuel system.
The best part is that a ghost vehicle immobiliser immobiliser can be installed as low as PS450 which is less than the cost of other products out on the market. And it actually does stop your car from being taken away! So if you want an extra layer of security to ensure that your vehicle is secure and safe, then contact us today and we can arrange it for you. We can take card payments or provide three months of interest-free credit through Klarna.