This color is compatible with the following Nissans:

MODELS: Pathfinder

YEARS: 2017

To determine if Penny Metallic is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is CAX.

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

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CAX - Penny Metallic

The Look

This is a bold, high-character copper that Nissan used to launch the 2017 Pathfinder redesign. It is a rare sight on the road today because it only stayed in the catalog for a single year. Since your vehicle has been facing the elements for several seasons, the original finish has likely developed a unique character. This shade does a decent job of hiding light road dust, but it demands a clean surface to show off that specific, earthy glow.

Technical Details

You are working with a heavy metallic finish. This means the formula is packed with tiny flakes that provide the signature copper shimmer. The biggest challenge with this specific blend is flake settlement. If those particles are not suspended evenly, your repair will look dark or muddy. Before you spray or dab Nissan Penny Metallic (check for code CAX), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds to wake up the metal. If you do not keep the container moving during application, the flakes can cluster and create dark patches or stripes on the panel.

Best Practices

You can find your color ID on the driver-side door jamb or tucked away on the passenger-side firewall under the hood. Before you touch the car, test the color on the included card to ensure the copper tone matches the current level of paint fade. Work in a cool garage or the shade to prevent the paint from setting too fast. Apply thin layers and allow enough drying time between them so the metallic flakes can lay down flat. If you try to rush the thickness, the finish will lose its metallic depth and look like a solid brown.

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How to Find Your Nissan's Color Code

Nissan paint color codes are on the driver's door jamb. Some labels are low on the jamb and require bending to read. The color label may be small. Codes are typically three characters long using letters and numbers; sometimes a space and a fourth character follow. The same code can have different marketing names across models. AX6 corresponds to Redline Clearcoat; AX6 may also be called Red Clearcoat or High Performance Clearcoat. Nissan North America phone number is 1-800-647-7261.

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