2020 Nissan Rogue Paint Codes & Touch-Up Guide

Finding the right paint code for your 2020 Nissan Rogue is essential for seamless touch-ups and repairs. This guide provides all the information you need, from locating your paint code to applying touch-up paint effectively.

Quick reference

Where to find your paint code

For your 2020 Nissan Rogue, the paint code is typically located on the driver's side door jamb. Open the driver's side door and look for a sticker, usually white or silver, affixed to the door frame (B-pillar) or on the edge of the door itself. This sticker contains various vehicle information, and you'll find the paint code listed next to text like "COLOR" or "PAINT." It will usually be a short alphanumeric code, often two or three characters long.

If you have trouble locating it, the paint code can also be found in your owner's manual or by contacting a Nissan dealership parts department with your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Best touch-up paint sources

• Dupli-Color: A widely available brand offering touch-up pens, bottles, and spray cans in many factory colors. They are a good option for small chips and scratches.
• AutomotiveTouchup: This company specializes in custom-mixed touch-up paint to match your vehicle's factory color precisely. They offer various product sizes, from pens to aerosol cans and larger quantities for spray guns.
• Tcoat Custom-Mix: Similar to AutomotiveTouchup, Tcoat provides high-quality, custom-mixed paint solutions, often recommended for their color accuracy, especially for complex pearl and metallic finishes.
• Dealer: Your Nissan dealership can supply genuine OEM touch-up paint, which guarantees the best possible color match for your vehicle.

How to use touch-up paint

1. Clean: Thoroughly clean the area to be repaired with soap and water, then an automotive degreaser or rubbing alcohol to remove any wax, grease, or contaminants.
2. Prime (if necessary): For deeper scratches that expose bare metal or plastic, apply a thin layer of primer. Allow it to dry completely according to the product instructions.
3. Base Coat: Apply thin, even layers of your chosen touch-up paint. Build up the color slowly, allowing each layer to dry for 10-20 minutes before applying the next. Avoid applying too much paint at once, which can lead to drips or an uneven finish.
4. Clear Coat: Once the base coat is dry, apply a clear coat to protect the paint and provide a glossy finish. This step is crucial for durability and matching the surrounding paint sheen. Apply in thin layers, allowing each to dry.

Color matching tips for pearls and tri-coats

Pearl and tri-coat paints, like the Pearl White or Scarlet Ember Tintcoat on your Rogue, can be more challenging to match due to their multi-layered composition. These paints achieve their depth and shimmer through multiple coats of specialized paint.

• Application technique is key: When applying touch-up paint for pearl or tri-coat colors, pay extra attention to applying thin, even layers. The final appearance depends heavily on how the pearl or mid-coat is applied.
• Layering: Tri-coat colors involve a base color, then a translucent mid-coat (the pearl effect), and finally a clear coat. Each layer contributes to the final color and effect. It's crucial to replicate this layering as accurately as possible, which is why professional custom-mixed touch-up paints are highly recommended for these finishes.
• Test first: If possible, test your touch-up paint on an inconspicuous area or a test card to get a feel for the application and color build-up before applying it to the main repair area.

For significant damage involving pearl or tri-coat finishes, consulting with a professional body shop is often the best approach to ensure an undetectable repair.

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