Information Encoded Under the Hood
While most car parts are quite complicated, you still don’t necessarily need a mechanic to figure out what’s going on under the hood at all times. Most current car engines now come with color-coded information that isn’t just for design purposes but makes it easier for users to figure out where everything is.
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When you need to change your oil, refill your washer fluid, or inspect your brake fluid, look for hues other than black metal or gray iron. The crucial things you can deal with on your own are usually coded yellow or blue in most cars, but some models have red or green sections as well.