Jeep Canyon Blue Metallic (CA/KCA) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color captures the rugged, transition-era aesthetic of the early nineties. Whether it is on a boxy Cherokee XJ or a square-headlight Wrangler YJ, this shade offers a moodier, more mature alternative to the bright primary colors common in the era. It is a deep, atmospheric blue that avoids looking like a toy, instead reflecting the cool shadows found in deep rock formations. Since your Jeep has likely been facing the elements since 1991, the original finish has probably shifted slightly toward a flatter, more matte appearance due to sun exposure.

Technical Details

You are working with a true metallic finish. This means the paint relies on tiny suspended flakes to catch the light and provide that signature depth. The main risk here is mottling, which occurs when those flakes clump together and create dark, uneven blotches across the panel. Because this is an older Jeep color, your biggest challenge will be the "edge" where the new paint meets the old. Metallic pigments are sensitive to how they land; if they don't lay flat, the repair will look darker or lighter than the surrounding area even if the pigment is a perfect match.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Jeep Canyon Blue Metallic (check for code CA/KCA), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is not a suggestion; those metallic flakes are heavy and sink to the bottom of the container quickly. You can find your paint code on the driver's side door jamb or on the metal data plate located on the firewall near the hood hinge. Test the color on the included card to see how the flakes settle before moving to the vehicle. When applying the paint, keep the container moving in steady, overlapping passes to ensure the flakes distribute evenly. Avoid heavy coats that might run, and give the surface plenty of drying time between layers to let the metallic effect lock into place.