Paint Code Location

Mercedes Benz Paint Code

Find where the paint code is located on your Mercedes Benz vehicle.

Where to Find the Paint Code on a Mercedes Benz

Mercedes Benz vehicles have 3 known paint code locations.

Most Common

Driver's Side Door Jamb

Open the driver's door and look for a sticker on the door frame.

Most common location on modern Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

Radiator Crossover / Support Bar

Look at the radiator support bar or crossover in the engine compartment. The code is hidden among many other numbers.

Common on older models. The paint code is 3 digits and can be hard to spot among the other numbers on the plate.

Engine Compartment — Underside of Hood

Check the underside of the hood in the engine compartment area.

Third possible location.

Mercedes Benz Paint Code Format

Code Pattern

3 digits (numbers only)

Example Codes

040 (Black)197 (Obsidian Black)723775 (Iridium Silver)

Mercedes-Benz uses 3-digit numeric codes. Older vehicles may use a 'DB' prefix (e.g., DB-723) — the DB prefix should NOT be included when searching for paint. On older models, the code is on the radiator area, hidden among many other numbers.

Mercedes Benz Paint Code Photos & Diagrams

10images showing paint code locations, labels, and diagrams

Tips for Finding Your Mercedes Benz Code

Label Type:Adhesive sticker (door jamb) or metal plate (radiator area)

On older models, the code is on the radiator support — look carefully among many other numbers
C or DB prefixes should NOT be included when ordering paint
Modern vehicles use a black sticker on the driver's door
The 3-digit code is always numbers only — no letters

Mercedes Benz Paint Code Location — Complete Guide

Finding the paint code on your Mercedes Benz is the first step to ordering the correct touch up paint. The most common location for Mercedes Benz vehicles is the driver's side door jamb. This guide covers all known paint code locations, code format patterns, and helpful tips specific to Mercedes Benz vehicles.

Mercedes Benz uses a unique paint code format that may include letters, numbers, and special characters. The exact format helps identify not only the base color but also the specific paint formulation used at the factory. When ordering touch up paint, it's important to include the complete code — including any prefix or suffix — to ensure an exact color match.

Once you've found your Mercedes Benz paint code, you can search for it on TouchUpGo to find your exact color. Every TouchUpGo kit includes factory-matched base coat, clear coat, primer, and our Correct N Clear blending solution for a professional-quality repair.

Need help? Browse our Mercedes Benz touch up paint colors or visit our paint code location guide for other brands.