Ghost 2 Immobiliser Problems
The Ghost 2 immobiliser, designed to protect cars from key cloning or hacking is a discreet device which can be installed without damaging your vehicle. It prevents you from starting your car unless you enter the correct sequence of keys in your vehicle. It is similar to the mobile password.
Stop/Start
Ghost Immobilisers prevent vehicles from being stolen by blocking the engine from starting until it is issued the correct PIN code. This is done without modifying the vehicle, and is not detected by thieves. The unit communicates with the ECU on the CAN data bus, which allows it to lock the vehicle. This system is similar to the one car manufacturers have been using in their vehicles for a long time however, the criminal can't add a new key or utilize key relay technology to bypass it like they could with factory-installed systems.
Ghost is compatible with any vehicle that has an engine, including motorhomes, vans, cars, caravans, and bikes. The same system is also compatible with electric cars. It's a great alternative to steering wheel locks and wheel clamps and can be installed with little effort.
When the Ghost is armed it will block all buttons in your car and stop the ignition from being started unless a PIN code has been entered prior to. You can enter the code manually or through the Android or Apple app. If the wrong code is entered, the app will display an indicator light. The Ghost will then refuse to let the vehicle to start again. This is a great way to deter thieves. If the vehicle can't be started and they are unable to get it started, they will leave.
The Ghost is tiny, weatherproof device that can be concealed in the most difficult to reach parts of your car. Installation takes between 20-30 minutes for each vehicle. It is also very simple to remove should you choose to switch your vehicle or hand it in for service or valet parking. It is a fully TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) insurance approved system that is recognised by a few insurance companies. It also comes with a safe emergency Pin Code override and features a Service/Valet mode that can be activated with a button on the app or by using your key fob.
Disarm
Ghost immobilisers are not mechanical devices to prevent theft that can be removed, are hidden in the car. Even if they were discovered, thieves would not be able start the car. They are virtually impossible to bypass or hack. This is because ghost immobilisers prevent key hacking, signal jamming and device spoofing - methods that are commonly used by thieves to gain access to vehicles that have standard immobilisers.
The immobiliser sends a message to the ECU. If the wrong code is received the vehicle will not be launched as the engine will not start up. Although it is possible to disable the ghost immobiliser by using software, this would be very laborious and time-consuming. Only an authorized installer is able to install and use the software.
The Ghost immobiliser is a tiny device that is tucked away in the vehicles wiring loom and is inaccessible to the naked eye once installed. It doesn't show up on diagnostic systems. There are no indicators with LEDs, and it does not communicate with the engine via the OBD port. It communicates silently through the CAN data loop.
The system will stop the vehicle from starting unless it is given a specific PIN code sequence. The code is entered by pressing buttons on the steering wheels and door panels as well as the the centre console. This is a safer way to safeguard your car as it doesn't require the use of a remote or key fob.
Ghost also has a service mode that can be activated via the mobile application. This allows you to hand over your keys to a person for service or valet parking without having to enter the disarm sequence.
You should never remove the system from your Ghost by yourself, regardless of whether it's in service mode. This can damage the engine. It is recommended to speak with a TASSA certified installer who can remove the system in a safe and secure manner. Our most recent GHOST immobilisers come with a unique fingerprint QR sticker that is hidden in various parts of your vehicle. They are linked to our security register. If the system is removed and later is sold on the blackmarket it will be able to trace the owner of the system.
Anti-Hijack
The anti-hijack function is a very important feature of the Ghost Immobiliser 2. This system works like a smart key and is one of the most secure methods to ensure your car is safe from thieves. The Ghost system will automatically switch on the hazard lights and stop the engine when the ignition is turned on and the vehicle is stationary. This allows the driver and passengers time to press the secure button before the system is activated.
In contrast to other systems that simply stall the engine when the ignition is switched to on The Ghost system has a unique controller and timer unit which will shut off the valve that cuts off fuel if it is activated after an agreed-upon time even in the event that the ignition is turned on! The delay time interval must be long enough to allow the owner of the vehicle who was hijacked of the vehicle to move away from the site of the robbery and sufficient distance from the vehicle in which it is stuck before the system can be activated.
In addition to the standard CANbus immobiliser blocking features of the Ghost system, it also comes with an extra level of security that prevents common hacking methods that are used to hack into modern cars such as relay attacks keys range extending, relay attacks and ECU swapping. The Ghost system communicates in a non-intrusive way and does not emit signals that can be picked by a thief with codes-grabbing or RF scanning technology.
The Ghost system has an option for service or valet mode that allows your vehicle to temporarily be started and driven without the need for a PIN code. This is a great option if you park your car and only require it to be left for a short time, such as to open the garage door or place groceries in the boot. The system will end the service mode based upon the speed and time, or via a simple PIN code input process. This gives you complete peace-of-mind that only YOU can drive your car!
Keyless Entry
Many customers are now seeking additional security measures because of the rising trend of contactless car theft. This is especially relevant for those who have invested time or money into personalising their vehicles and own expensive or rare vehicles. Immobilisers that are added to your vehicle can be a good way to deter this kind of theft, since they prevent your vehicle from starting until the correct pin code has been entered, along with your key fob.
Immobilisers are made to work with different vehicle circuits, including ones that control starter motors as well as fuel pumps. They also can shut the car alarm to draw attention to and frighten away any potential thieves.
ghost immobiliser fitting connect directly to the engine control unit through the CAN data network and hinder thieves from gaining access to it by installing a new ECU or using key programmers. These immobilisers are installed discreetly in your vehicle, leaving no traces and are totally undetectable by the tools that hi-tech thieves use.
Unlike other systems that require a particular app, or a tag that is worn on the person carrying it the Ghost immobiliser is only disarmed by pressing a series of electronic buttons that are already present on your steering wheel, door panel and centre console, allowing you to select a customized pin sequence. The pin can be changed as frequently as you like, meaning it's as secure as a credit card, and can be even more difficult to crack because it requires up to 20 press.
Ghost also comes with the option of a valet/service mode that allows you to disable the system if your vehicle will be handed over to valet parking or services and allows it to work within certain parameters such as a 30mph speed limit and you don't have to worry about your car being driven recklessly. It is then reactivated by using the original key or appropriate entry code.
Installed by our reputable installers and certified installers, it is the most secure and reliable aftermarket CAN-immobiliser on the market. It is also certified by Thatcham for insurance purposes. The Ghost 2 immobiliser is also supplied with six QR fingerprint labels, an ISR contact card containing your unique QR code, as well as an emergency code that is secure, all of which you keep in the wallet/purse of your car.