COLOR CODEJAC - Yellow Green PearlNissan Touch-Up Paint

The Look

If you drive a Nissan Cube or a March from the late 2000s, you are likely working with one of the most distinct "love it or hate it" shades ever to hit the road. This color was a hero shade for the 2009 launch of the boxy Z12 Cube, meant to evoke an organic, modern vibe. It sits somewhere between a fresh wasabi and a sun-drenched moss. Because your car has likely been braving the elements since 2010, the original finish has probably mellowed. When you apply your fresh paint, keep in mind that the new pigment will look richer than the panel that has been sitting in the sun for fifteen years.

Technical Details

This finish is a true pearl, which means it relies on tiny mica flakes to catch the light. This creates depth, but it also creates a challenge for a small repair. The orientation of those flakes determines how the green shifts into yellow. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the flakes will sink and the area will look darker or muddier than the rest of the car. It is a sensitive color that reacts to light, so the match depends heavily on how the metallic particles lay down.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Nissan Yellow Green Pearl (check for code JAC), you need to shake the container for at least a full minute. Those pearl flakes are heavy and settle at the bottom quickly. You can find your paint code on the identification plate located on the driver's side door jamb or on the firewall in the engine bay. To get the best match, test the color on the included card first to see how the yellow-green balance looks. When applying, keep the container moving to ensure the flakes spread out rather than clumping together. Allow for a longer drying time between thin coats rather than trying to hide the damage with one thick layer.