If you’ve ever wanted to touch up the paint on your Ford or get a custom paint job, you’ll need to know how to find the paint code first. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back! Here’s an easy, step-by-step guide on how to find a paint code for your Ford.
The first thing you need to do is locate your vehicle’s VIN (vehicle identification number). This can usually be found on the inside of the driver’s side door or on the dashboard. On some Ford models, the VIN might be in the trunk or on the engine. Once you find the VIN, you’ll need to locate the paint code in the VIN sequence. The paint code will be located in the 8th through 11th characters of the VIN.
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How to Decipher the Paint Code
Once you find the paint code, it’s time to decipher it. The paint code will be a three-digit number followed by a letter. The first digit will represent the vehicle’s color and the second and third digits will be the trim code. The letter at the end is the paint code’s production code. For example, if your paint code is 8M2, the 8 stands for the color and the M2 stands for the trim code and production code.
Where to Find Your Paint Code
Once you’ve deciphered your paint code, the next step is to find it. Depending on the model of your Ford, you can find the paint code in one of three places. It can be found on the driver’s side door jam, on the firewall, or on the radiator support. Once you’ve located the paint code, make sure to write it down or take a picture of it.
Using Your Paint Code
Now that you’ve located your paint code, you can use it to get a custom paint job or to touch up the paint on your Ford. You can take the paint code to your local Ford dealership and they should be able to match the color for you. If you’re just looking to touch up the paint, you can purchase a touch-up paint kit at any auto parts store.
What if I Can’t Find My Paint Code?
No worries! If you can’t find your paint code, you can still get a custom paint job or touch up your Ford. Just take your vehicle to your local Ford dealership and they should be able to match the color using a color matching system. They’ll use a spectrophotometer to scan the color of your Ford and then match it with a color in their database.
So there you have it, a simple guide on how to find a paint code on a Ford. You don’t need to be a master mechanic to do it, just follow the steps above and you’ll be good to go. And remember, “If you can’t find the paint code, don’t worry, the Ford dealership will do the heavy lifting!”