Paint Code Lookup
Where to find your vehicle paint code — sticker location by major manufacturer.
Reference
Paint codes let you buy exact-match touch-up paint. Every manufacturer stickers it in a slightly different place.
Where to find the paint code
| Make | Sticker location | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Ford / Lincoln | Driver door jamb | 3-character (e.g. "YZ" + descriptor) |
| Chevrolet / GMC / GM | Driver door jamb OR glove box | RPO code (e.g. "GBA") |
| Chrysler / Dodge / Jeep / RAM | Driver door jamb | 3-character |
| Toyota / Lexus | Driver door jamb | 3-character + "C/TR" prefix |
| Honda / Acura | Driver door jamb | Code like "NH-731P" |
| Nissan / Infiniti | Driver door jamb | 3-character |
| Hyundai / Kia | Driver door jamb | 3-character |
| Subaru | Driver door jamb OR strut tower | 3-character |
| Mazda | Driver door jamb | 3-character |
| BMW | Engine bay strut tower / trunk | 3-digit + alpha ("300 Alpinweiss III") |
| Mercedes-Benz | Door jamb / radiator support | DB code (e.g. "197 U") |
| Audi / VW | Spare tire well / door jamb | 4-character (e.g. "LY9C") |
| Porsche | Trunk / driver door jamb | Color number + name |
| Volvo | Radiator support / door jamb | 3-digit |
| Tesla | Door jamb (left B-pillar) | PPSB, PBSB, PMNG, etc. |
Notes
- Most codes decode to both a manufacturer color name and a basecoat / clearcoat formula.
- Popular touch-up suppliers: ColorRite, Dr. ColorChip, PaintScratch — enter your paint code for a custom-mixed match.
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