Saturn Paint Codes
A Saturn’s paint code is located on the service parts identification sticker, which is usually on the spare tire cover, spare tire wheel well, or glove box.
Written by Andrew Biro
Reviewed by Melanie Reiff
Your Saturn’s paint code will always appear printed on the service parts identification sticker, whose location depends on the vehicle make and model, though most Saturns have theirs on either the glove box, spare tire cover, or spare tire wheel well.
Whether you’re trying to do some touch-up work or need to repaint a replacement part, you’ll need to know what color paint you need to seamlessly match the new with the old—but how do you figure out the exact shade?
That’s where the paint code comes in—but first, you have to find and make sense of it. That’s why licensed
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Your Saturn’s paint code will always be located on the service parts identification (SVI) sticker, though the location of the sticker will depend on your vehicle’s make and model. That said, Saturn usually places the SVI sticker in one of three places: the spare tire cover, glove box, or spare tire wheel well.
Once you’ve located the sticker, the paint code should be designated by the letters BC/CC—standing for basecoat and clearcoat, respectively—followed by the letter U and a four-digit code that may include letters.
What if there’s no paint code on the car’s label?
If you’ve found the sticker but there is no paint code listed, you’ll have to look up the code online using your
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
, which will appear as a 17character, alphanumeric sequence and is unique to your vehicle.Check these locations for your Saturn’s VIN:
- The front left corner of your dashboard or instrument panel, visible through the windshield
- The steering wheel and column
- Driver’s side door frame and post
- Your Saturn’s title, vehicle registration, or car owner’s manual
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Where can I get paint for my Saturn?
Now that you know what color paint you need, it’s time to actually buy it. Several sites online—such as
Touch Up DIrect
and Automotive Touch Up
—specialize in touch-up paint, allowing you to search by paint code and look up exactly what shade you need.It may also be possible to find paint in-store at a local automotive shop, but this will usually be a much more limited selection.
Paint touch-up tips
Now that you’ve got your paint, it’s time to start the touch-up process. Check the tips below for easier painting:
- Scrub the affected area with soap and water
- Rusted areas can be removed using fine sandpaper or a wire brush
- Apply paint primer to any bare metal or plastic surface you intend to paint and leave it to dry overnight. Once dry, lightly sand it until the surface is uniform and even.
- Paint the damaged area by building up multiple layers, allowing at least 20 minutes between coats. Let the final layer dry overnight.
- Utilizing the same painting method, brush on a clear protective coat. Apply several layers and leave to dry overnight.
- After three days pass, buff the area with wax or another rubbing compound.
Depending on the extent of the touch-up work required, you may not need to purchase a full can of paint to complete the task—a paint pen or small touch-up kit, which can be found at most automotive shops, may suffice!
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What is my Saturn’s paint code?
Like all car manufacturers, Saturn has a specific code for each color car they sell, referred to as the paint code. This code will always appear on the service parts identification sticker, whose location depends on the vehicle make and model—common locations include the spare tire cover and glove box.
In the event that you cannot find the paint code or there is no paint code listed, you can look up the code online using your vehicle identification number.
Can I paint my Saturn?
You can! Whether you’re just wanting to touch up a few scratches or are planning to fully repaint your vehicle, your Saturn can be painted. Before buying paint, make sure you know your paint code—with it, you’ll be able to perfectly match the paint color for a seamless touch-up job.
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