The paint code for a 2017 Honda Accord is located on the driver’s side door jamb label and is a small alphanumeric string that identifies the exterior color.
This article explains where to look on the car, how to read the code, and what to do if you need to order touch-up paint or a replacement part that matches your color.
Primary Location: Driver's Side Door Jamb
Open the driver’s door and inspect the sticker on the door frame where the latch sits. The label includes essential vehicle information such as the VIN, tire pressure, manufacture date, and the exterior color code.
Use the steps below to locate and read the paint code on the door jamb.
- Locate the door jamb sticker on the driver’s side—typically on the vertical pillar near the hinge or latch.
- Look for a field labeled “Color Code,” “Exterior Color,” or a similar designation.
- Read the code, which is usually a short alphanumeric string (often 2–3 characters) sometimes with letters and numbers.
- Record the code exactly as shown; this is the color reference you’ll provide to body shops, paint suppliers, or Honda dealers.
If you can’t locate the color code on the driver’s side door jamb, check the opposite door jamb or inspect other labels on the vehicle.
Other Places to Check (If the Door Jamb Label Isn’t Readable)
Some models or production years may place the color code in alternate locations or on damaged stickers. Check the following areas as needed.
- Passenger side door jamb label.
- Inside the glove box lid, where some labels are occasionally stored.
- Trunk lid compartment or the spare tire cover area, especially on vehicles with dual-label configurations.
- Engine bay area or near the fender/hood hinge where a small sticker might carry the color code.
If all этих labels are missing or illegible, contact a Honda dealer or an authorized body shop with your VIN to retrieve the color code.
Understanding and Using the Color Code
Code format
Honda exterior color codes are typically two to three characters and may include letters, numbers, or a combination. This code uniquely identifies the paint formula used for your car and is essential for ordering exact-match touch-up paint or panels.
When you have the code, you can provide it to your dealership, body shops, or online paint suppliers to obtain sprays, touch-up pens, or mixed-quart formulas that match your Accord’s color.
Summary
For a 2017 Honda Accord, start by checking the driver’s side door jamb label for the paint code. If that label is missing or unreadable, look at other door jambs or labels in the glove box, trunk area, or engine bay. The color code is a short alphanumeric string used to match exterior paint precisely. If all else fails, your VIN can be used by a dealer to look up the exact color code.