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How Do I Find My Paint Code

How Do I Find My Paint Code Knowing you vehicle's paint code is essential when it comes to getting the correct color match. In this article, we are going to show you where to look for your paint code along with the paint code format of your vehicle manufacturer. PAINT CODE LOCATIONS Automotive Paint codes are not always found in the same spot between the different vehicle brands so you may need to look in a few potential places. The most common places are as follows:

  • Driver Door Jam: This is the most common location for paint codes so check here first. Makes that may use this location: Acura, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Hummer, Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzu, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercedez Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Volvo

  • Under the hood: Some will place the code above the strut towers, fender edges, or frame rail, or along the engine wall or fire wall just between the engine compartment and the interior. Others will have a sticker on underside of hood or front of the radiator support. Makes that may use this location: BMW, Chrysler, Dodge, Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzu, Jeep, Mazda, Mercedez Benz, Mini, Mitsubishi, Subaru, Suzuki, Volvo

  • Inside the trunk: The sticker may be under the deck lid, inside the rear compartment, spare tire cover, or even on the wheel housing. Makes that may use this location: Acura, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Volkswagen

  • In the glove box or middle console: Check inside the glove box or middle console, either on the door or inside the interior of the box, removing items if necessary. Makes that may use this location: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, Isuzu, Suzuki

Example of Mazda Drive Door Tag

PAINT CODE FORMATS Like the location of your paint code, the format of the code varies depending on your manufacturer. Below is a list of the vehicle makes and their paint code formats:

  • Acura: NH-XXXX

  • Audi: May be 2-4 numbers long and can include letters

  • BMW: Three numbers

  • Buick: Starts with WA, BC/CC, or U, may be prefaced by a three digit number and letter combination

  • Cadillac: Starts with WA, BC/CC, or U, may be prefaced by a three digit number and letter combination

  • Chevrolet: Starts with WA, BC/CC, or U, may be prefaced by a three digit number and letter combination

  • Chrysler: Starts with P, Q, G, or T, 3 digits with letters and numbers. May be prefaced by PNT.

  • Dodge: Starts with P, Q, G, or T, 3 digits with letters and numbers. May be prefaced by PNT.

  • Ford: Two digits with numbers and/or letters

  • GMC: Starts with WA, BC/CC, or U, may be prefaced by a three digit number and letter combination

  • Honda: NHXXXX or YRXXXXX

  • Hummer: Starts with WA, BC/CC, or U, may be prefaced by a three digit number and letter combination

  • Hyundai: Two digits with numbers and/or letters

  • Infiniti: Three digits with numbers and/or letters, may be fourth digit after a space

  • Isuzu: Three digits with numbers

  • Jeep: Starts with P, Q, G, or T, 3 digits with letters and numbers. May be prefaced by PNT. Older Jeeps may be two digits long.

  • Kia: Two digits with numbers and/or letters

  • Lexus: Three digits with numbers and/or letters, usually prefaced by CTR

  • Lincoln: Two digits with numbers and/or letters

  • Mazda: Two or three digits with numbers and/or letters

  • Mercedez Benz: DB-XXX

  • Mini: Three digits with numbers and/or letters

  • Mitsubishi: NH-XXXX

  • Nissan: Three digits with numbers and/or letters

  • Subaru: Three digits with numbers and/or letters

  • Suzuki: Three digits with numbers and/or letters

  • Toyota: Three digits with numbers and/or letters, usually prefaced by CTR

  • Volkswagen: Two to four digits with numbers and/or letters STILL CAN'T FIND YOUR PAINT CODE? If you are still having a hard time finding your paint code, call your local dealership and speak with their parts department. They will ask for your Vin Number which will pull up your paint code in their database. In need of a new painted part? Painted OEM Parts is committed to providing professionally painted auto body parts with a lifetime warranty, custom color matching, and nationwide shipping. CONTACT US TODAY!

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