T45/PQH - Shark Blue Pearl Jeep Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a true one-hit wonder in the Jeep world. It appeared only in 1999, making your vehicle part of a very exclusive club of Wranglers and Cherokees. It is a deep, moody shade that sits somewhere between a stormy ocean and dark slate. Since your Jeep has likely been on the road for a quarter-century, the original finish has probably matured under the sun, so your new touch-up might look a bit more vibrant than the aged panels around it.

Technical Details

This is a pearl finish, which means it relies on tiny mica particles to create depth and shimmer. Pearl paints are more complex than standard solid colors because those particles can settle at the bottom of the container. If you do not mix them thoroughly, the repair will look like a flat navy blue instead of the correct metallic shade. Because of the dark pigment, this color shows every swirl mark and scratch, but it rewards a clean application with a glow that standard paints cannot match.

Best Practices

To find your confirmation, look for the identification sticker on your driver's side door jamb or the metal plate located under the hood on the radiator support. Before you spray or dab Jeep Shark Blue Pearl (check for code T45/PQH), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to wake up those pearl pigments. Test the color on the included card to ensure the shade is right for your specific level of paint fade. When applying, keep the container moving to avoid heavy spots and give it plenty of drying time between layers to prevent the finish from looking muddy. Work in a garage or the shade to keep the surface cool while you work.