Paint Code Location

Saab Paint Code

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

Where to Find the Paint Code on a Saab

Saab vehicles have 6 known paint code locations.

Most Common
1

Driver's Side Door Edge / Door Jamb

Check the driver's side door edge or door jamb.

Found on 900, 9000, Viggen.

2

Spare Tire Compartment Shelf

Check the spare tire compartment shelf area.

Alternative location.

3

Glove Box

Check inside the glove box.

Found on 9-3, 9-7x.

4

Glove Box Cover

Check the glove box cover.

Reported by Australian sources.

5

Driver Side Firewall

Check the driver's side firewall.

Found on 9-2x.

6

Passenger Side Radiator Support

Check the passenger side radiator support.

Found on 9-3, 9-5.

Saab Paint Code Format

Code Pattern

3 digits (numbers), sometimes followed by a letter suffix

Example Codes

219 (Talladega Red)219H170

Saab uses 3-digit numeric codes, sometimes followed by a letter (B, G, or H). Both formats (e.g., 219 and 219H) reference the same paint formula.

Saab Paint Code Photos & Diagrams

8images showing paint code locations, labels, and diagrams

Tips for Finding Your Saab Code

Label Type:Tag on door jamb or various locations

  • The letter suffix (B, G, H) does NOT change the color — same formula
  • Location varies significantly by model
  • Passenger door sill is also a possible location

Saab Paint Code Location — Complete Guide

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

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