Paint - Codes/Cross References
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All 1984 Domestic & Import Passenger Car & Truck
Subject
1984 Standard Colors
Index
BODY
Date
Sept, 1983
(current) No.
23-13-83
Attached sheets list the Chrysler paint codes which are located on the vehicle body code plate. For location of the code plate see service manual. A sample domestic passenger car plate is enclosed for reference only. First three spaces on second line designates whether vehicle is monotone, two-tone car, or two-tone truck.
APA - Monotone APB - Two-Tone Car APC - Two-Tone Truck
The next four spaces will be used to designate primary paint color (for 1984 only three spaces will be used). The first letter will always be a "P".
The next four spaces will be used to designate secondary paint color (for 1984 only three spaces will be used). The first letter will always be a "Q".
In both cases the additional letter and digit will correspond to the letter and digit on the following sheets. These sheets cover all domestic and import cars and trucks for 1984... Various paint manufacturer's reference paint codes can be found listed to the right of the Chrysler code.
These paint manufacturers have service representatives who are thoroughly experienced in the latest refinishing processes and painting techniques, who can assist your body shop personnel with recommended preparation and application procedures.
Color chip charts are available from the respective vendors through their local outlets or service representatives.
NOTE: PLEASE FURNISH YOUR BODY SHOP FOREMAN AND/OR PAINTER WITH THIS INFORMATION.
POLICY: Information only
BODY CODEPLATE
The Body Code Plate is located on the Left Front Side Shield or Wheel Housing or on the Upper Radiator Support. The Plate contains 7 rows of data. The bottom 3 rows are reserved for specific information as depicted below. Starting at the fourth row, (following the reserved portion), other Sales Codes used to build a specific vehicle are listed in the ascending order by Alpha sequence.