On most Honda CR-Z models, the color code is found on the driver's side door jamb label. If it isn't there, check other labels such as the glove box or engine bay; exact location can vary by year and trim. This guide explains where to look and how to read the code to match your paint correctly.
Common locations to check
Check these spots first to locate the paint code on your CR-Z:
- Driver's side door jamb label (the most common location).
- Inside the glove box or on the glove box door if the door jamb sticker isn't present.
- Under the hood near the radiator support or firewall, where some model years place the color label.
- In the trunk area on a sticker near the spare tire well, if the other labels are missing (not all cars have a trunk label).
Once you find the color code, use it to reference official Honda color names or to order correct touch-up paint. The code is typically a short alphanumeric string, often three characters, sometimes with a hyphen.
What to do if you can't locate the code
If the code isn’t visible on the usual stickers, try these steps:
- Record your VIN and check your owner's or service manual for the location of the color code label.
- Contact a Honda dealer or authorized body shop; provide your VIN and request the exact factory paint code for your vehicle.
- Check Honda’s official paint catalogs or trustworthy databases for the 2010–2016 CR-Z color options, and match them to your vehicle’s year and trim.
- If the original paint is damaged or a non-OEM color was used, consider professional color matching to ensure a close match.
Having the color code handy makes ordering paint or proceeding with repairs more accurate and reduces the chance of a mismatch.
Additional considerations
Honda uses various paint finishes (solid, pearl, metallic), and the exact code may reference the finish as part of the color name. If your CR-Z has a pearl or metallic finish, ensure you select the matching finish when purchasing touch-up paint or spray cans. The color naming and code format can differ between production years, so confirming with Honda or a trusted paint supplier is wise if your code is unclear.
Summary
For a Honda CR-Z, start by inspecting the driver's door jamb label for the color code. If not found there, check the glove box, then the engine bay and, on some models, the trunk area label. When you have the code, you can order the correct paint or prepare a precise touch-up, and you should verify the finish type (solid, pearl, metallic) to ensure a close match.