Paint Code and Color Label Location

NOTE: This article has been updated by TSB Number 01-002, January 15, 2001, 2001 Models - All

Color Label Location:

Color Labels are located on the driver's door jam.

2001 Acura Paint Codes

Paint formulations are determined by each paint company. For questions about formulas or color matching, call your paint supplier or one of the companies listed in this bulletin.




Sayama (Japan) Produced RL Models




Suzuka (Japan) Produced Integra Models




Ontario (Canada) Produced MDX Models




Marysville (U.S.) Produced CL and TL Models




Tochigi (Japan) Produced NSX Models

The number following the paint description is the paint process used during the vehicle manufacture.

1: Two-stage process. Clear coat is applied over the color coat.

2: Two-stage process. A small amount of color is mixed in the clear coat and applied over the color coat.

3: Single-stage process. No clear coat is applied.

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