2022 GMC Yukon Paint Color Codes & Touch-Up Guide

Keeping your 2022 GMC Yukon looking its best requires having the right information when it comes to paint repairs. Whether you are fixing a small scratch from a stray shopping cart or repainting a larger panel, getting a perfect color match is essential. Because GM uses exact paint formulations, you need your specific factory paint code to order the correct touch-up paint.

Below is your comprehensive guide to the 2022 GMC Yukon paint codes, how to locate your vehicle's specific code, and the best practices for applying touch-up paint.

Quick reference

Here are the factory paint colors available for the 2022 GMC Yukon. Note: Always verify your paint code on your vehicle before ordering paint, as some colors are trim-specific or require specialized tri-coat applications.

Color Name	Paint Code	Type
Summit White	GAZ / 8624	Solid
Onyx Black	GBA / 8555	Solid
White Frost Tricoat	G1W / 140X	Pearl / Tri-coat
Satin Steel Metallic	GYM / 118X	Metallic
Midnight Blue Metallic	GLU / 328E	Metallic
Hunter Metallic	GED / 244F	Metallic
Pearl Beige Metallic	GJW / 327E	Metallic
Cayenne Red Tintcoat	GSK / 252F	Metallic / Tintcoat
Redwood Metallic	G88 / 424G	Metallic

If you are uncertain about your specific color code, check with a GM dealer or paint supplier using your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).

Where to find your paint code

General Motors makes finding your exact paint code relatively straightforward, but the location has changed on modern vehicles. For a 2022 GMC Yukon, you will typically find the paint code in the following locations:

1. The Driver’s Side Door Jamb (B-Pillar): Open the driver's door and look for the Vehicle Certification label. For 2022 models, GM primarily uses a silver and black sticker featuring a QR code.
2. Reading the Code: At the bottom of this sticker, look for a code starting with "BC/CC" (which stands for Basecoat/Clearcoat) or simply "U" (Upper) and "L" (Lower) followed by a 4-digit number or a 3-character alphanumeric code (e.g., U 8555 or WA8555). The modern 3-letter codes like "GBA" are also commonly listed.
3. Scan the QR Code: If you have a smartphone, you can often scan the QR code on the door jamb sticker, which will display the vehicle's manufacturing data, including the paint code.

If your sticker is missing or unreadable, a local GM dealership's parts department can easily look up your exact paint code using your 17-digit VIN.

Best touch-up paint sources

When it comes to buying replacement paint, you have a few excellent options depending on the size of your repair:

• The Dealer: For small chips and scratches, your local GMC dealership's parts department sells exact-match touch-up paint pens and small brush bottles.
• AutomotiveTouchup: Highly recommended for larger jobs, this online supplier custom-mixes paint based on your factory code. They offer paint pens, 2-ounce brush bottles, aerosol spray cans, and ready-to-spray pints and quarts for spray guns.
• Dupli-Color: Available at most local auto parts stores, Dupli-Color offers exact-match aerosol cans and their popular "Scratch Fix All-in-1" pens. They are great for quick, budget-friendly repairs.
• Tcoat Custom-Mix: Another great online retailer that provides precision custom-mixed paints specifically matched to GM's OEM formulations.

How to use touch-up paint

For a professional-looking repair, follow these essential steps:

1. Clean: Thoroughly wash the area with dish soap and water to remove dirt. Follow up with wax and grease remover or rubbing alcohol to strip away any surface contaminants.
2. Primer: If the scratch goes all the way down to bare metal or plastic, apply a light coat of automotive primer. Let it dry completely before proceeding.
3. Base Coat: Apply the color (base coat) in thin, even layers. If you are using a pen or brush, dab the paint into the chip rather than brushing it. Wait 15 to 20 minutes between coats until the chip is filled just below the level of the surrounding paint.
4. Clear Coat: Once the base coat is fully dry (usually 30-60 minutes), apply the clear coat. The clear coat provides the UV protection and the glossy shine. Apply it in thin layers until it sits slightly above the original paint. Once cured, you can lightly polish it to blend.

Color matching tips for pearls and tri-coats

If your 2022 Yukon is painted in White Frost Tricoat (G1W) or Cayenne Red Tintcoat (GSK), the repair process is slightly more complex.

Tri-coats require three steps to achieve the factory look: a solid base coat, a translucent mid-coat (which contains the pearl or metallic flakes), and a clear coat. When touching up a tri-coat:

• Practice on a piece of scrap metal or cardboard first to see how many layers of the mid-coat are needed to match the factory depth and color.
• Apply the mid-coat very sparingly. Adding too much will make the repair look darker or more yellow than the rest of the vehicle.
• Keep your expectations realistic; tri-coats are notoriously difficult to perfectly blend by hand with a brush or aerosol can.

For large damage on a tri-coat or pearl finish, professional blending is almost always required to achieve a flawless look.

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