2025 Tesla Model Y Paint Codes

Quick reference

Where to find your paint code

For your 2025 Tesla Model Y, the paint code is typically located on a sticker inside the driver's side door jamb. Open the driver's door and look at the B-pillar (the post between the front and rear doors) or on the edge of the driver's door itself. The sticker will usually contain various vehicle information, and the paint code will be clearly labeled, often near a barcode. It's usually a two-to-four character alphanumeric code.

Best touch-up paint sources

When it comes to touching up minor scratches or chips on your Tesla Model Y, several reputable sources offer quality products:

• Dupli-Color: A widely available brand that offers aerosol and brush-on touch-up paints. They often have a good selection of popular factory colors.
• AutomotiveTouchup: This company specializes in custom-mixed automotive paints, ensuring a more precise match to your vehicle's original finish. They offer various product types, including pens, bottles, aerosol cans, and even larger quantities for more extensive repairs.
• Tcoat custom-mix: Similar to AutomotiveTouchup, Tcoat provides custom-mixed paint solutions that are often recommended for their accuracy, especially for complex finishes.
• Dealer: Your Tesla service center can also provide genuine touch-up paint, which is often the most accurate match. Always provide your VIN to ensure you get the correct paint for your specific vehicle.

How to use touch-up paint

Achieving a seamless repair with touch-up paint requires careful application:

1. Clean: Thoroughly clean the damaged area to remove any dirt, wax, or grease. Use a gentle automotive cleaner and ensure the area is completely dry.
2. Primer (if necessary): For deeper scratches that expose bare metal or plastic, apply a thin coat of automotive primer. Allow it to dry completely according to the product instructions.
3. Base Coat: Apply thin, even coats of your color-matched base paint. Allow each coat to dry before applying the next. Build up the color gradually until it matches the surrounding paint.
4. Clear Coat: Once the base coat is dry, apply a clear coat. This protects the color and provides a glossy finish. Again, apply thin layers and allow adequate drying time between coats.
5. Finishing (optional): For best results, after the clear coat has fully cured (this can take several days), you can gently wet-sand the area with very fine-grit sandpaper (e.g., 2000-3000 grit) and then polish it to blend the repair perfectly.

Color matching tips for pearls and tri-coats

Tesla offers several pearl and tri-coat finishes, such as Pearl White Multi-Coat and Ultra Red. These colors are composed of multiple layers to achieve their unique depth and reflectivity. Replicating these finishes with touch-up paint can be more challenging:

• Layering is crucial: Pearl and tri-coat paints require precise layering of different colored base coats and translucent pearl coats to achieve the desired effect. Follow the manufacturer's instructions closely, as they will often provide specific guidance for their multi-stage touch-up kits.
• Test on a discreet area: Before applying to the visible damage, it's highly recommended to test the touch-up paint on an inconspicuous area or a test card to ensure the color and pearl effect match correctly.
• Lighting conditions: The appearance of pearl and metallic paints can vary significantly under different lighting. Check your repair under various light conditions (sunlight, shade, garage light) to ensure a good match.
• Consider professional help for larger repairs: For anything more than the smallest chips or scratches on pearl and tri-coat finishes, you might consider professional body shop services to ensure a factory-quality repair.

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