The exterior paint color code on a 2017 Chevy Cruze is located on the driver’s side door jamb label. It’s a small alphanumeric code used by dealers and paint shops to identify the exact color.
In this article, we outline exactly where to look on the car, how to read the code, how to use it for touch‑ups or repainting, and what to do if the label is damaged or missing.
Primary location on the vehicle
The main place to start is the driver’s-side door jamb label. With the door open, inspect the edge of the door frame near the latch where information labels are typically affixed.
Door jamb label details
On this label you’ll usually find the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), tire and loading information, and a line for Exterior Paint or Paint Code. The paint code is a short alphanumeric string—commonly 2 or 3 characters—that identifies the exact color used on your Cruze.
To read the code clearly, look for the portion of the label labeled Exterior Paint or Paint Code and note the alphanumeric characters next to it.
- Exterior paint code: a short alphanumeric string labeled Exterior Paint or Paint Code.
- VIN and other data: the label also lists the VIN and other production details for reference.
- Location: this label is on the driver’s door jamb or edge of the door near the latch.
Knowing where to read it makes it easy to order touch‑up paint or coordinate with a body shop. If you can’t locate the code on the door jamb, see the alternatives below.
Alternative methods to locate the paint code
If the door label is missing or unreadable, try these options to obtain the color code.
- Provide your VIN to a Chevrolet dealer. They can pull the exact color code from GM’s database or your vehicle’s build records.
- Check for any original documentation you have for the car (window sticker, owner’s manual supplements) that might reference the factory color and code.
- Contact GM Customer Care with the VIN if dealer lookup isn’t available or you’re outside the dealer network.
These steps help ensure you still get the correct color information even if the physical label is compromised.
Using the paint code
Once you have the code, you can order the correct touch‑up paint or arrange a match at a body shop. Provide the year, make, model, and the exact code, and specify if the finish is metallic or specialty. The code identifies the factory color rather than a generic name, which helps avoid mismatches in finishes and metallics.
- Take the code to a Chevrolet dealership or reputable auto paint supplier to confirm the exact color name and formulation.
- When planning a repair, share the code with the body shop to ensure an accurate color match and finish (gloss, satin, metallic, etc.).
- Ask for a test spray or small touch‑up sample to verify the match before proceeding with larger repairs.
With the code in hand, matching the original factory color becomes straightforward and reduces the risk of an improperly matched repair.
Summary
The paint code for a 2017 Chevy Cruze is found on the driver’s-side door jamb label as a short alphanumeric string associated with Exterior Paint or Paint Code. If the label can’t be read or is missing, obtain the code from the dealer using the VIN, or contact GM Customer Care. Use the code to order exact touch‑up paint or coordinate with a shop for an accurate color match.