Ford Paint Code: Where to Find It
On most modern Fords, including the Ranger and Everest, the paint code is on the certification label in the driver's door jamb, next to EXT PNT or PAINT. On older Australian-built Falcons and Territorys, it's on the build plate in the engine bay. That code is all we need to mix your touch-up paint to Ford's factory colour.
Where to find the paint code on your Ford
| Model | Where to look |
|---|---|
| Ranger, Everest | Certification label on the driver's door jamb (B-pillar) |
| Focus, Fiesta, Escape, Puma, Mustang | Driver's door jamb label |
| Transit | Driver's door jamb or the build plate near the bonnet catch |
| Falcon, Territory (older Australian-built) | Build plate in the engine bay, often on the inner guard or radiator support |
How to read a Ford paint label
Look for EXT PNT (exterior paint) or PAINT on the label. The code after it is your paint code. Ford codes are often 2 or 3 characters, like G1 or 38P. Newer models may show a 5-character code, like PN4FZ. If yours looks different, send us a photo of the label.
Common Ford colours in Australia
| Code | Colour name |
|---|---|
| Z2, PN3GZ | Frozen White |
| A4D | Arctic White (earlier Rangers, shared with Mazda) |
| 38P, PMYHT | Aluminium |
| JS, PN4HJ | Iconic Silver |
| 42A | Meteor Grey |
| M7, PN4JA | Carbonized Grey |
| G1, PNZAT | Shadow Black |
| UM, PN4GM | Agate Black |
| 58S, PN3MD | Ignite Orange |
| JDC, PN4FZ | Desert Island Blue |
Earlier Rangers were developed with Mazda and share some Mazda paint codes, such as Arctic White A4D. To see which colours your exact model came in, look it up on Red Book. Ford sells the same colour under different names in different countries, which is why we mix by the code, not the name.
Can't find your Ford paint code?
- Check the owner's manual or service book. Some list the colour name and code.
- Look it up on Red Book. Enter your car's details on Red Book to see which colours your model came in.
- Choose your make, model and year when you order. We'll show the colours offered for your Ford.
- Email us a photo. Send a photo of your car and any label you can find to info@colourtubes.com.au, and we'll work it out.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the paint code on a Ford Ranger?
On the certification label in the driver's door jamb. Look for EXT PNT.
Where is the paint code on a Ford Falcon?
On the build plate in the engine bay. If the plate is missing or hard to read, email us your Falcon's model, year and colour name.
Can I find my Ford paint code from the VIN?
Not directly. A Ford dealer can look it up from your VIN, or you can use the label on the car.
Will Colour Tubes paint match my Ford?
Yes. We mix every order to Ford's factory paint code in Brisbane, and deliver Australia-wide.
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