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Old May 18, 2010 | 08:47 PM
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Where is the trim color code???

I have an AeroForce scan gauge ordered and I want to get some paint or dye for my pod to match my medium parchment interior. Where's the code located?

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Old May 19, 2010 | 01:05 AM
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drivers side door/sill plate on the sticker. Hopefully it hasn't rubbed off. It should be two capital letters.
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 04:54 AM
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drivers side door/sill plate on the sticker. Hopefully it hasn't rubbed off. It should be two capital letters.
No sticker on my drivers side door or sill plate.
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 08:43 AM
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I just went and checked mine. I have a manufacture (VIN, GVWR, ect.) sticker located at the bottom of the "B" pillar on the drivers side door. my interior trim says LH.


http://www.lkqonline.com/ebay/faq/in...trim_codes.htm


check out this link. Its not my vehicle, but should show you the right direction.

I read the small print above the picture, and it says some may not show trim code. Maybe then someone can help you through the vin.
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 01:39 PM
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Originally Posted by officer131
I just went and checked mine. I have a manufacture (VIN, GVWR, ect.) sticker located at the bottom of the "B" pillar on the drivers side door. my interior trim says LH.


Interior Trim Codes - How to Locate and Identify


check out this link. Its not my vehicle, but should show you the right direction.

I read the small print above the picture, and it says some may not show trim code. Maybe then someone can help you through the vin.
Hey thanks for the replies. My Ex doesn't have that sticker, but I have the original window sticker that says medium parchment. My local auto parts said they would mix me a small batch of trim dye for my pod. Hopefully the color name will be enough.
 
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I've redone almost all of my interior pieces with the trim dye. In each case, my paint supply place had me bring in a piece to match. They wouldn't use the trim color code and even if they did, they said it would not match as well. I am super happy with the results BTW, came out perfect.

Which pod mount are you getting? one for the pillar? If so, pop off your old pillar and have them match it.

Here is my dash pod and 2005-07 SD dash that I painted to match the original EX dash trim color:
 
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I've redone almost all of my interior pieces with the trim dye. In each case, my paint supply place had me bring in a piece to match. They wouldn't use the trim color code and even if they did, they said it would not match as well. I am super happy with the results BTW, came out perfect.

Which pod mount are you getting? one for the pillar? If so, pop off your old pillar and have them match it.

Here is my dash pod and 2005-07 SD dash that I painted to match the original EX dash trim color:
Your dash looks nice. I remember seeing those pics a while back. I have a single pod to go below the grab handle. I got the Autometer one and have to say the fit could not be better. My AeroForce gauge is shipping out today.

What did you do to prep your pieces before you dyed them? Any suggestions? I assume you spray the dye on? The autoparts had some pressurized spray canisters for $5. I drove my Ex today to work so hopefully I can get out in time to hit the auto parts before they close today.

I still can't find a certification label with the code.

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Old May 21, 2010 | 01:46 AM
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All vehicles should have a sticker from the manufacture unless it was removed. It maybe under the hood. FYI. good luck with the project.

I would try to take a piece and have them match it as said above. I ordered mine from a reliable company and it was still a little off. May have been from years of the sunlight or whatever.
 
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Originally Posted by DaveandJennyP
Your dash looks nice. I remember seeing those pics a while back. I have a single pod to go below the grab handle. I got the Autometer one and have to say the fit could not be better. My AeroForce gauge is shipping out today.

What did you do to prep your pieces before you dyed them? Any suggestions? I assume you spray the dye on? The autoparts had some pressurized spray canisters for $5. I drove my Ex today to work so hopefully I can get out in time to hit the auto parts before they close today.

I still can't find a certification label with the code.

Thanks.
The prep is most important. I washed with soap & water, scuffed with a gray scotch-brite pad, washed again, then used this paste called "final sand" along with the wet scotch-brite. then wash again. Wipe down with denatured alcohol. Dust off with a tack-cloth just before spraying.

The dye does not cover well... it will take several light coats, but it dries very fast.

Good luck! Post pics of the results when you get it done.
 
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