Ghost 2 Immobiliser Problems
The Ghost 2 immobiliser, designed to safeguard cars from key cloning or hacking, is a small device that can be installed without causing damage to your vehicle. It prevents your vehicle from starting unless you press the correct sequence of buttons within your vehicle similar to the password of the phone.
Stop/Start
Ghost Immobilisers prevent vehicles from being stolen by preventing the engine from starting until it has the correct PIN code. This is done without modification to the vehicle and is totally undetectable to thieves. The unit communicates with the ECU via the CAN data bus to disable the vehicle. This system is similar to the one that car manufacturers have been using in their cars for years however, the criminal cannot add a new key or use key relay technology to bypass it as they could with factory-installed systems.
A Ghost can be fitted to any car, van, motorhome, caravan or bicycle with an engine. It is compatible with all the popular brands of vehicles. The same system is also compatible with electric vehicles. It is an excellent alternative to steering wheel locks and wheel clamps and can be installed with minimal effort.
If the Ghost is activated, it will disable all buttons on your car and prevent the ignition being started without a PIN code. You can enter the code manually or via the Android or Apple app. If the incorrect code is entered the app will display an indicator light. The Ghost will then refuse to let the vehicle to be restarted. This is a great method to deter thieves. If the vehicle can't be started, they will move on.
The Ghost is a weatherproof small device that is able to be hidden away in the most difficult to access parts of your vehicle. Installation takes between 20 and 30 minutes for each vehicle. It is also easy to remove if you decide to switch your vehicle or give it away for valet parking or service. It is a TASSA (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) insurance approved system that is recognised by a few insurance companies. It also features an emergency lock that is secure Pin Code Override, and a Service/Valet mode that can be activated by pressing a button on the app, or by using your key fob.
Disarm
Ghost immobilisers, unlike mechanical devices to prevent theft that can be removed, are hidden inside the vehicle. Even if they were to be found in the car, thieves wouldn't be able to start the car. They are almost impossible to hack or bypass. This is because ghost immobilisers prevent key blocking, signal jamming, and device spoofing - methods that are used frequently by thieves to get into vehicles that have standard immobilisers.
An immobiliser operates by sending a code to the ECU (electronic control unit). If a wrong code is received, the vehicle cannot be started as the engine won't start up. It is possible to disable a ghost immobiliser using an application program, but it would be very difficult and time consuming to accomplish this. Only an authorized installer is able to install and use the software.
The Ghost immobiliser, a small system, is hidden within the wiring loom of the vehicle. It is invisible to the naked eye after it has been installed. It does not appear on diagnostic systems. There are no indicators with LEDs, and it does not communicate with the engine via the OBD port. It communicates in silence via the CAN data loop.
The system will stop the vehicle from starting until it is given a specific PIN code sequence. The code is entered by pressing buttons on the steering wheel and door panels as well as the central console. This is a safer method of protecting your vehicle as it does not require keys or remote control.
Ghost also has a service-mode that can be activated via the mobile application. This lets you hand over your keys to someone else to use for valet parking or service without needing to enter the disarm sequence.
If your Ghost is in service mode or not, you should never attempt to remove the system by yourself since it could impact the engine and cause damage. It is best to contact an TASSA-certified installer who can safely and correctly remove the system. Our newest GHOST II immobilisers also come with the QR fingerprint stickers that is hidden in various areas of your vehicle, they are linked to our global security register. In the event that the system is removed and then sold on the black market this will link it back to its original owner.
Anti-Hijack
Ghost Immobiliser 2 has a very useful anti-hijack feature. This system functions as smart keys and is among the most secure methods to keep your car safe from thieves. When the ignition switch is switched to on, and the car remains stationary for a period of 30 seconds and the Ghost system will automatically stall the engine and turn on the warning lights on. This gives the driver or passenger time to press a security button (depending on the vehicle) before the system reactivates and the engine is again allowed to start.
The Ghost system, unlike many competitors, utilizes an electronic timer and controller which shuts down the valve that shuts off fuel after a predetermined period of time. ghost 2 immobiliser fitting near me happens regardless of whether the ignition is on. This delay time period must be long enough to allow the owner of the vehicle who was hijacked of the vehicle to drive away from the site of the incident and to maintain a sufficient distance from the vehicle in which it is stuck before the system can be activated.
In addition to the standard CANbus immobiliser blocking capabilities of the Ghost system, it comes with an additional security feature that blocks common hacking methods that are used to hack into modern cars such as relay attacks, key range extending and ECU swapping. The Ghost system communicates in a silent manner and does not emit signals that could be picked by a thief with code-grabbing technology or RF scanning.
The Ghost system also has the option of a Service/Valet mode that allows your vehicle to be temporarily re-started and driven without the requirement of an PIN code. This is a great option when you park your vehicle and only need to leave it briefly, such as to open the garage door or place groceries in the boot. The system will exit the service mode based on the speed and duration, or via an easy PIN code input process. This gives you total assurance that only you can drive your car!
Keyless Entry
Many customers are seeking out additional security measures because of the growing trend of car thefts using contactless technology. This is particularly applicable to those who have put in time and money in customizing their vehicle or own rare/expensive cars. Immobilisers with add-ons can be an effective way to deter this type of theft since they prevent your vehicle from starting until correct pin code has been entered, along with your key fob.
Immobilisers are designed for a variety vehicle circuits including those which control starter motors and fuel pumps. They can also disable the car alarm in order to attract attention and ward off potential thieves.
These devices are directly connected to the engine control unit through the CAN data network. They stop the thief from gaining access to it by installing a new ECU or by using key programmers. The immobilisers are fitted discreetly and leave no marks in your vehicle. They are also not detected by sophisticated tools used by thieves.
Unlike other systems that require a specific application, or a tag to be worn on the driver's person and a Ghost immobiliser can only be disarmed by pressing a sequence of the existing electronic buttons on your steering wheel, door panel and central console, allowing you to choose a personal pin sequence. The pin can be changed as often as you like, meaning the device is as secure as a credit card and can be even more difficult to crack due to it requiring at least 20 presses.
Ghost also offers Valet/Service mode that allows you to disable it if you plan to give your vehicle to valet parking or service. This allows the system to operate within parameters such as a 30 mph speed limit. It can be activated using the original key or corresponding entry code.
Installed by our certified installers It is the most secure and efficient aftermarket CAN-immobiliser available. It is also fully certified by Thatcham for insurance purposes. The Ghost 2 immobiliser is also equipped with six QR fingerprint labels, an ISR contact card that contains your unique QR code as well as an emergency code that is secure that are kept in your purse or wallet of your car.