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Automotive Obsession mechanics perform all servicing and repairs on customer vehicles or fleets at our auto repair shop.

A dedicated and qualified auto electrical and car air conditioning specialist is on duty at Automotive Obsession to serve you even better in making your vehicle conditioned to its top performance.   

We provide RWC Inspection, Fuel Injection, Brakes, Clutch and Suspension, Auto Tune-Up and Engine Rebuilding Service. Our mechanics also provide expert Tyre service, Wheel Alignments and Balancing, Roadworthy Inspections and 150 Point Safety Checks. Automotive Obsession provides Car Towing service and you are welcome to book our courtesy car.

Do you drive an Automatic vehicle? Then you might not even know there is a clutch in your vehicle. But without it, the gears in your car will not change. Automotive Obsession in Bohle know all about repairing and servicing these systems including clutches, cables and fluids. Learn more below. What is a clutch? The clutch is one of the most important elements of your vehicles driving operation. Your engine is what causes your wheels to spin, but what happens when your car needs to stop? The engine shouldn't stop spinning but the wheels need to. It's the clutch that allows this to happen. The clutch allows the transfer of power from the engine to the wheels to be interrupted while a gear is being changed or while the car is stationary and the engine continues to run. What is clutch fluid? Some vehicles have hydraulic clutches - when you press the clutch pedal, the clutch fluid moves the pressure from the pedal through to the clutch and disengages the power transmission. Leaking clutch fluid can cause all kinds of problem in your vehicle so it is very important to monitor it regularly. At Automotive Obsession in Bohle we check your clutch fluid, hydraulic system or clutch cables for you in the course of our free 65 Point Vehicle Inspection - which you can request as part of every car service.
 What signs to look for if your clutch is not performing You should have your clutch looked at if: You notice a burnt ‘toast' or ‘burning rubber' smell in your car, or smoke from under vehicle Your vehicle is slipping out of gear for no reason There is jerky or sticky gear operation Your clutch is not disengaging fully, or your clutch is sticking or shuddering If your clutch is showing any of the problems above - it could mean any number of faults. Clutch problems are difficult to diagnose by symptoms alone because many issues cause the same symptoms, depending on the vehicle and type of engine. The best way to deal with clutch shuddering, slipping or noise is contact us at Automotive Obsession today. We can perform clutch service and repairs on most makes and models right here in our Bohle workshop.

The clutch is one of the most important elements of your vehicles driving operation.

Grinding gears? - It could be your clutch fluid

Automotive Obsession can conduct a vehicle Inspection with your next car service and provide you with a free Vehicle Condition report.  Mention this web page when you book your car for any service, and we will happily provide you with a fully itemised written report. During this visual inspection (carried out by a qualified mechanic) we will check 65 important areas of your car.
The Vehicle Condition Report can alert you to any issues before they impact you or your family and before they cost you extra time and money. The Repco Auto-Tech trained mechanics at Automotive Obsession are fully qualified to advise you on every aspect of car service and repair, across most makes and models of vehicles.
The Repco Authorised Service 65 point Vehicle Condition Report offers you additional peace of mind. Book a car service in Bohle with Automotive Obsession to ensure you are inspected and protected, because safety matters.

Ask about a 65 Point Vehicle Inspection Report with your next car service.

Inspected & protected

Win a share of over $8,000 in prizes with Automotive Obsession and Repco Authorised Service From 1 June to 30 September 2025, service your vehicle at Automotive Obsession and you can enter the Love Your Car promotion and win from a pool of exciting prizes. Prizes to Be Won 5 x $1,000 Repco Authorised Service vouchers
Redeemable at any participating Repco Authorised Service centre nationwide. 25 x $100 fuel gift cards
Perfect for your next road trip or daily drive. 5 x Supercars merchandise packs
Valued at $100 each.

Total prize pool valued at up to $8,100 including GST. How to Enter To participate: Book and complete a vehicle service at any Repco Authorised Service centre during the promotional period. Visit repcoservice.com  Tell us in 25 words or less why you deserve to win a Love Your Car prize. Upload your receipt Submit your entry online before 11:59pm AEST on 30 September 2025.

From 1 June to 30 September 2025, service your vehicle at a Repco Authorised Service centre and YOU could win big in the Love Your Car promotion

Love Your Car & Win

At Automotive Obsession in Bohle, we take routine servicing seriously—because what you don’t see can cost you. A recent job on a 2019 Ford Ranger is the perfect example of why preventative maintenance matters. The vehicle came in for a standard logbook service. No warning lights, no rough running, no issues reported by the owner. However, part of our regular servicing protocol—especially after recent wet weather in Townsville—is to recommend a fuel filter replacement. What We Found Upon removing the old fuel filter, our team inspected the fuel and immediately noticed significant contamination. The fuel had visible water content and sediment—clear signs of water ingress or dirty fuel. While the vehicle hadn’t shown any symptoms yet, it was only a matter of time before that contaminated fuel caused: Injector damage Poor fuel economy Starting issues Or worse, engine failure Our Fix To protect the engine and avoid any downstream damage, we carried out a complete fuel system clean-up: ✅ Replaced the fuel filter ✅ Removed and fully drained the fuel tank ✅ Flushed the fuel lines and pump ✅ Added Prostream fuel additive to eliminate any residual moisture and contaminants Outcome The job was finished the same day, and the Ranger now runs smoother and cleaner than ever. The customer avoided a major repair down the track—all thanks to a proactive service step. Why It Matters Here in North Queensland, sudden weather changes and high humidity mean fuel contamination is more common than people think—especially if vehicles are refuelled at busy or remote stations. You won’t always see the signs until it's too late. Even if your vehicle is running fine, don’t skip your regular servicing—and definitely don’t ignore your fuel filter replacement. If you’re in or around Bohle and it’s been a while since your last service, or you've driven through wet conditions recently—give us a shout. Let’s keep your vehicle running like it should.

At Automotive Obsession in Bohle, we take routine servicing seriously—because what you don’t see can cost you. A recent job on a 2019 Ford Ranger is the perfect example of why preventative maintenance matters.

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Hard Work Pays Off As many of you will have noticed there has been a lot of work going on at our workshop to upgrade and improve our facilities and our customers experience when they visit us. We are thrilled to announce that because of this investment Automotive Obsession have just been awarded the 2017 Most improved QLD Dealer by the Repco Authorised Service network. We would like to thank our valued customers for their support and our amazing team for continuing deliver the very best in customer service and technical expertise. Mr Jeff Hill, RAS Regional Manager said "This award is recognition of the ongoing investment that they have made in their staff and business and we are delighted that their efforts have been recognised. Automotive Obsession are a shining example of a modern independent workshop." This industry based recognition is also reflected in the positive feedback we regularly get from our customers.

Automotive Obsession have just been awarded the 2017 Most improved QLD Dealer by the Repco Authorised Service network.

Awards & recognition

Keep your cool, without global warming. A proactive car air conditioning approach to protecting our environment.  As Australia begins phasing down HFC use (from January 2018), many new vehicle manufacturers may be switching to new air conditioning systems using the more environmentally friendly refrigerant R-1234yf, instead of R-134a. The benefits of using R-1234yf "Twelve Thirty Four", as R-1234yf is sometimes known, is an HFO type refrigerant delivering high performance, resulting in a more efficient air-conditioning system, fewer emissions and reduced fuel consumption. Hydrofluoroolefins (HFO's) have a double carbon bond meaning they trap less heat in the atmosphere than Hydrofluorocarbons (HFC's) and break down faster. Importantly, R-1234yf systems are specifically engineered to prevent refrigerant leakage and loss, including into the interior of the vehicle. The leakage of refrigerants contributes considerably to greenhouse gases. Why the switch? Older type refrigerants accumulate in the upper atmosphere as greenhouse gases and contribute significantly to Global Warming for a considerable time. In the mid-'90s, the old R-12 (or Freon), which takes a long time to break down into a non-greenhouse gas, was replaced with R134a, which breaks down much quicker. R-1234yf takes that improvement to the next level, breaking down in less than half the time of R-134a (and a fraction of the time R-12 can take). R-134a will remain in use for some time and a licensed mechanic can still service R-134a air con systems, but new vehicles will likely use the new systems with R-1234yf. Some already are. Irrespective of what type of refrigerant your car air conditioner uses, a car service workshop undertaking air conditioner service must have the right knowledge and equipment to handle these gases responsibly. You should always take your car to a mechanic with the skills and specialist equipment to undertake air conditioning service safely and correctly.

Automotive Obsession

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Grinding gears? - It could be your clutch fluid

Inspected & protected

Love Your Car & Win

Logbook Service Surprise!

Awards & recognition

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