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It was a cold winter morning in Arvada, Colorado, and the house was just starting to wake up. A young man sat at the kitchen table finishing breakfast while his mom moved quickly through the house getting ready for the day. She had raised him on her own, and over the years, he learned what… …

Squeaking suspension is not only noticeable and annoying when driving over dips, potholes, or speed bumps, but it can also be a warning sign of a failing suspension component. The suspension system is responsible for keeping you comfortable as well as keeping your vehicle under control. Failing suspension can turn from a nagging issue into… …

Modern vehicles use an array of lights on the dashboard to relay important information to the driver, from the oil pressure flight to warnings about potential engine malfunctions. While these lights provide a good idea of what system is experiencing issues, pinpointing the exact source of your warning can be difficult.  One of these common… …

Most drivers are familiar with the basic differences between an automatic and manual gearbox, however as transmission technology has continued to develop, a new type of transmission has become one of the premier choices for performance and luxury vehicles: the dual-clutch transmission. What Is a DCT? A dual-clutch transmission (DCT) is a type of transmission… …

If you’re experiencing issues starting your vehicle or keeping it running, it could be due to an issue in the electrical system such as a dead battery or a weak alternator. Oftentimes these problems will exhibit similar symptoms despite being very different components. In this article, we’ll go over the symptoms of a faulty battery… …

Power steering is one of those systems in our vehicles that often goes taken for granted and is mostly forgotten while operating properly. That is, until it experiences a failure. The loss of power steering can be one of the most abrupt and worrying sensations while driving, as you lose the hydraulic or electric steering… …

And How It’s Costing You More at the Pump Tires are one of the most important safety components on your vehicle, but they’re also one of the most commonly neglected. If you’ve noticed your tires wearing out faster than expected, it’s a sign that something’s not quite right. Not only does rapid tire wear cost… …

It’s important you take care of your vehicle’s cooling system. Your vehicle’s cooling system is a vital piece responsible for keeping your engine and transmission at a healthy operating temperature. With a faulty cooling system, your vehicle will experience severe overheating that can lead to catastrophic engine damage or complete transmission failure. Cooling System Basics… …

It’s never fun when you experience a flashing traction control light. A flashing traction-control light is usually a sign that your vehicle is properly functioning by maintaining traction on a slippery road, but it can also mean that your car has some damaged sensors or wires. The light will go off when the conditions are… …

A quick guide from your neighborhood experts at Arvada Square Auto Your vehicle’s axles are one of those behind-the-scenes components that rarely get any attention until something goes wrong. But they’re essential to your car’s operation, and when an axle goes bad, you’ll know it. Understanding the function of your axles and knowing what symptoms… …