Where to Find Your Ford Paint Code
Your Ford’s factory colour code is printed on a label on the car. Here’s where to look, how to read it, and how to preview a repaint before you commit.
Where the Ford paint-code label is
- 📍Driver-side door jamb sticker (the “Safety Compliance Certification” label).
How to read it: A short code in a box on the label (often two characters, e.g. “UM Agate Black” or a numeric code).
Not sure a colour suits your Ford? Preview any shade on a photo of your own car in seconds.
Preview a colour freeLabel locations vary by model year and market and are provided as general guidance only — always verify the code against your own vehicle. Colour names/codes shown are illustrative references, not a guaranteed match.
Ford paint code FAQ
Where is the paint code on a Ford?+
On most Ford vehicles it’s on a manufacturer label — commonly in the engine bay or the driver-side door jamb. See the locations listed above and check your own car, as placement varies by year and market.
What does a Ford paint code look like?+
It’s a short number or alphanumeric code next to the colour name on the label. The “How to read it” note above shows the typical format for Ford.
Can I preview a colour before repainting my Ford?+
Yes — upload a photo of your Ford to ModDrip, pick any colour, and our AI shows a realistic preview in about 15 seconds, free.