Where is the paint code on a Ford Super Duty?
The paint code on a Ford Super Duty is typically found on the driver-side door jamb placard, usually labeled Exterior Paint or Paint as a short alphanumeric code. This code identifies your factory color for touch-ups or a full repaint. Below is a guide to locating it, reading it, and what to do if the label is hard to read or missing.
Where to look on your vehicle
Ford places the exterior color code on a labeling sticker that is most often located near the driver’s door. If you don’t see it there, other common spots are checked next.
- Driver-side door jamb placard: The most common location. Look for a label on the door frame near the hinges that lists Exterior Paint (or Paint) followed by a short alphanumeric code.
- Driver’s door edge or hinge area: Some years and trims place the color code on the inner edge of the door or near the latch.
- Glove box or interior labels: On certain model years, the exterior paint code may appear on a separate tag inside the glove box or on an interior label if the door jamb label isn’t legible.
The exact position can vary by year and trim, so if you don’t find anything on or near the driver’s door, check these alternative spots or consult your owner’s manual for the precise label location.
How to read and use the paint code
Once you locate the code, you’ll use it to identify the color name and to order the correct touch-up or replacement paint. Ford color codes are typically short alphanumeric strings, usually two to three characters long, and they map to a specific exterior color.
- Record the code exactly as it appears on the label (case sensitivity can matter in some databases).
- Cross-reference the code with Ford’s official color charts or your dealer’s parts catalog to determine the exact color name and formula.
- Use the code when ordering paint, providing it to the parts counter or painter to ensure a correct match.
If you can’t locate a legible label, contact a Ford dealership with your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). They can retrieve the exact exterior color from Ford’s systems and confirm the correct paint code for your specific truck.
What to do if you can't find the code
Not every older or heavily customized Super Duty will have a readable paint label in the usual spots. In that case, try these steps.
- Check the VIN plate on the driver’s door jamb or dash for the paint code field labeled Exterior Paint.
- Review the owner’s manual or any original window sticker (Monroney label) for color details.
- Contact a Ford dealership or Ford Customer Service with your VIN; they can retrieve the exact color code from Ford’s database.
Tip: When you locate the code, photograph the label and store the number along with your truck’s year, model, and trim for future reference.
Summary
In most Ford Super Duty models, the exterior paint code is found on the driver-side door jamb placard and appears as a short alphanumeric code next to a label such as Exterior Paint. If the label is faded or missing, consult the owner’s manual, explore alternative interior labels, or contact a Ford dealer using your VIN to obtain the correct color code. This code helps ensure you get an exact color match for touch-up work or a full repaint.
