COLOR CODEUZ - Lava Red MetallicFord Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a bit of a trickster. On a cloudy day, your Mustang or F-Series looks like it is wearing deep black, but as soon as the sun hits the panels, an ember-like glow reveals itself. It was only available for a short window between 2010 and 2012, making it a cult classic for Ford enthusiasts who wanted something more mysterious than a standard bright red. Since your vehicle has been on the road for over a decade, the original finish has likely weathered a bit, so you should expect the new paint to look slightly sharper than the aged surface around it.

Technical Details

This is a complex metallic finish, and that means the tiny flakes inside the paint do all the heavy lifting. The biggest risk with a metallic like this is mottling, where the flakes clump together and create dark, uneven splotches or stripes. If the paint goes on too heavy, the flakes sink and lose their ability to catch the light, leaving the repair looking muddy. You want those particles to lay flat and even so they can reflect the sun, which is what gives the color its signature "lava" depth.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Ford Lava Red Metallic (check for code UZ), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can find that code on the safety compliance sticker located on your driver's side door jamb. To ensure the flakes are suspended properly, test the color on the included card before you touch the vehicle. While applying the paint in your garage or a patch of shade, keep the container moving to prevent the metallic particles from pooling in one spot. Allow plenty of drying time between your light layers to build the color safely without ruining the flake alignment.