2017 GMC Yukon Paint Color Codes & Touch-Up Guide

Whether you are covering up a minor rock chip from the highway or doing some touch-up work on a bumper scrape, getting the exact factory paint color is crucial. For the 2017 GMC Yukon, General Motors offered a stunning lineup of finishes, ranging from deep solids to rich metallic and sparkling tricoats.

Below is your ultimate guide to finding the right paint code for your 2017 GMC Yukon, understanding how to apply touch-up paint, and getting a seamless finish.

Quick reference

Here is the complete list of factory paint colors offered for the 2017 GMC Yukon. Note that GM typically uses a two- or three-digit RPO code (e.g., GBA) alongside a "WA" code (e.g., WA8555). Always check your vehicle to confirm before ordering paint.

Note: If you are uncertain about a specific color, confirm via your VIN at a local GM dealer or paint supplier.

Where to find your paint code

Locating the paint code on a 2017 GMC Yukon is slightly different from older GM models. While many classic GM vehicles placed the Service Parts Identification (SPID) sticker in the glove box, the 2017 Yukon usually features this information on the driver's side door jamb or the B-pillar.

Look for a silver or white sticker containing the vehicle's VIN, tire pressure data, and manufacturing details. Toward the bottom of this label, you will typically find the paint code preceded by "BC/CC" (Basecoat/Clearcoat), "U" (Upper body color), or "WA". For example, you might see "U 8555" or "WA8555" for Onyx Black. Modern GM vehicles may also feature a QR code on this sticker that, when scanned by a dealer, reveals all specific vehicle build codes.

Best touch-up paint sources

Once you have your code, you need high-quality paint to do the job right. Here are the top sources for finding a perfect match for your Yukon:

• Dupli-Color: A highly accessible option found in most local auto parts stores. Dupli-Color provides exact-match paints in both pen and aerosol formats for many popular GM colors like Summit White and Onyx Black.
• AutomotiveTouchup: Known for precision, this online retailer mixes paint perfectly to your vehicle's specific WA code. They offer everything from small touch-up bottles to ready-to-spray pints and aerosol cans.
• Tcoat Custom-Mix: For more complex colors, Tcoat provides custom-mixed kits that include special applicators designed for very fine scratches and chips.
• Your Local GM Dealer: If you want absolute peace of mind, head to your local GMC parts department. OEM touch-up pens often feature an abrasive prep tip, the exact basecoat, and a clearcoat dispenser all in one unit.

How to use touch-up paint

Achieving a professional-looking repair takes patience and preparation. Follow these basic steps:

1. Clean: Wash the damaged area thoroughly with soap and water, then wipe it down with wax and grease remover or rubbing alcohol. The surface must be completely free of dirt, wax, and oils.
2. Primer: If the scratch goes down to the bare metal or plastic, apply a thin layer of automotive primer. Let it dry completely.
3. Base: Shake your touch-up paint well. Apply the base color in thin, light coats using a fine-tipped brush or toothpick. Allow 15-20 minutes of drying time between each coat. Do not glob the paint on.
4. Clear: Once the color coat is fully dry (usually wait a few hours or overnight), apply the clearcoat. The clearcoat protects the base and provides the glossy factory finish.

Color matching tips for pearls and tri-coats

Colors like White Frost Tricoat (G1W) and Crimson Red Tintcoat (G1E) are beautiful, but they can be notoriously difficult to touch up. Tricoat paints consist of a solid base layer, a semi-transparent pearl/tint layer, and a final clearcoat.

When touching up tricoats, you will usually be supplied with two distinct paint bottles (Base and Pearl/Mid-coat). Apply the solid base coat first until the scratch is covered. Then, apply the pearl mid-coat extremely lightly. The more pearl you apply, the darker or more yellow/red the spot will look. Test the process on a piece of scrap metal or cardboard first to figure out how many mid-coats are required to match your Yukon's surrounding paint.

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