Paint Code Location

Nissan Paint Code

Find where the paint code is located on your Nissan vehicle.

Where to Find the Paint Code on a Nissan

Nissan vehicles have 5 known paint code locations.

Most Common
1

Driver's Side Door Jamb / Door Edge

Most Nissan models have the paint code on the driver's side door edge, door jamb, or door pillar.

Common on 200SX, Frontier, Quest, Xterra, X-Trail, Armada, Titan.

2

Firewall — Center

Check the center of the firewall in the engine compartment.

Found on 350Z, Maxima, NX Coupe.

3

Firewall — Passenger Side

Check the passenger side of the firewall in the engine bay.

Found on 240SX, Axxess, Murano, Pathfinder, Pulsar, Stanza, Truck.

4

Under Bonnet — Bulkhead

Under the bonnet on the bulkhead at the back of the engine bay.

Reported by Australian sources. Also check under carpet in footwell.

5

Radiator Support

On the radiator support bar in the engine compartment.

Found on 300ZX.

Nissan Paint Code Format

Code Pattern

3 characters (letters and/or numbers)

Example Codes

AH3KH3QAB (Pearl White)

Nissan paint codes are 3 digits long and may contain both letters and numbers. A 4th digit sometimes appears after a space — it can be omitted when ordering paint.

Nissan Paint Code Photos & Diagrams

9images showing paint code locations, labels, and diagrams

Tips for Finding Your Nissan Code

Label Type:Adhesive sticker on door jamb or metal plate on firewall

  • The 4th digit (if present after a space) can usually be ignored
  • Location varies significantly by model — check model-specific list
  • Always check the driver's door jamb first
  • Under bonnet bulkhead and footwell carpet are alternative locations

Nissan Paint Code Location — Complete Guide

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

Nissan 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 Nissan 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 Nissan touch up paint colors or visit our paint code location guide for other brands.