COLOR CODEYS - Yellow Sugar PearlHyundai Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is a time capsule from the turn of the millennium. If you own an Accent from this era, you have a car that was built to stand out in a sea of beige commuters. It is a punchy, energetic yellow that defined the youthful spirit Hyundai wanted for the Brio and Accent line. Since your car has spent over twenty years under the sun, the original finish might look a little lighter than what is in your container. Yellow pigments are sensitive to light, so your repair might look more saturated than the surrounding panels at first.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it relies on mica particles to catch and refract light. Unlike a solid yellow, this paint has depth that changes depending on your viewing angle. These particles are heavier than the pigment and settle at the bottom of the container. If you do not mix them well, you will end up with a flat yellow spot that lacks the factory shimmer. Before you spray or dab Hyundai Yellow Sugar Pearl (check for code YS), you need to shake it for 60 seconds.

Best Practices

Start by verifying your paint code on the driver side door jamb or the firewall in the engine compartment. To ensure the mica lays down the right way, always test the color on the included card before touching the car. If you are using a can, keep the container moving at a steady pace to prevent the pearl from pooling in one spot. Maintain a consistent spray distance to keep the finish even. Use light strokes rather than a heavy blob if you are using a pen. Work in the shade to keep the surface cool, and give the paint plenty of drying time before you apply a clear coat to lock in that mica glow.