Ford Blue Candy Metallic Tricoat (Z9/M7252) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is not just another blue paint. When Ford put this color on the Fiesta, Focus, and EcoSport, they were aiming for a high-energy look that stands out in a crowded parking lot. It has a deep, electric quality that changes depending on how the sun hits the curves of the car. Since your vehicle has been on the road for a few years, the original finish might have shifted, but this color still holds a rich, liquid appearance that most standard blues cannot match.

Technical Details

You are dealing with a metallic tricoat, which is why it has that signature depth. Unlike a standard metallic finish, a tricoat uses a semi-transparent middle layer to create the candy effect. This makes it more complex than a basic touch-up. If you apply the layers too thick, the blue will turn out darker than the rest of the car. If you apply them too thin, the repair will look light and lack the glow of the surrounding panels. The metallic flakes need to be distributed with a consistent flow, or you might see dark spots or stripes in the finish.

Best Practices

Open the driver's door and look for the sticker on the door jamb to find the code labeled EXT PNT. Before you spray or dab Ford Blue Candy Metallic Tricoat (check for code Z9/M7252), you need to shake the container for at least sixty seconds. The metallic flakes are heavy and will sink to the bottom if they are not mixed. Test the color on the included card to see how many layers of the midcoat you need to hit the right shade. Keep the container moving at a steady pace and a consistent spray distance to ensure the flakes land flat. Give each layer enough drying time before you add the next to keep the finish crisp.