COLOR CODEHWB/CA - Pearl WhiteJeep Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This is a rare bird from the final years of the AMC-to-Chrysler transition. If you are driving a 1989 Wrangler, Cherokee, or the legendary Grand Wagoneer, you know that this color isn't a flat, sterile refrigerator white. It has a soft, sophisticated glow that sets those classic boxy lines apart from the standard fleet vehicles of the era. Since your Jeep has likely been braving the elements for over three decades, the original finish has probably mellowed into a warmer, creamier tone.

Technical Details

Unlike the basic gloss whites of the eighties, this is a pearl finish. It relies on tiny mica flakes to catch the light and create depth. The biggest risk here is application thickness. If you go too heavy with the nozzle or brush, the pearl particles will bunch up and make the repair look darker or "dirty" compared to the rest of the panel. You want to build the color in thin, even increments. This allows the shimmer to distribute properly without creating the dreaded mottled look.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Jeep Pearl White (check for code HWB/CA), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. Because mica is heavier than the paint pigment, it sinks to the bottom of the container quickly. On these older models, you won't find the code on a sticker in the door. Instead, pop the hood and look for a metal plate riveted to the firewall or the radiator support; the code is usually stamped just above the VIN. Test the color on the included card to see how many layers it takes to match your specific level of paint fade. Keep the container moving during application to ensure those mica flakes lay flat and reflect light the way the factory intended. Give it plenty of drying time between layers so you don't trap moisture under the finish.