Jeep Light Khaki Metallic (JC/AJC) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This is the quintessential "earth-tone" Jeep color. If you own a Liberty, Wrangler, or Grand Cherokee from the early-to-mid 2000s, you know this shade was everywhere because it embodies the rugged, desert-ready identity of the brand. It is an incredibly practical choice for a vehicle meant to leave the pavement. Since your Jeep has likely spent years enduring trail dust and sun exposure, you will find that this khaki hue is a champion at hiding road grime. It doesn't scream for attention like a bright red, but it has a sophisticated, utilitarian vibe that ages better than almost any other color from that era.

Technical Details

This finish is a true metallic, which means it relies on tiny flakes to give the paint depth and that signature shimmer in direct sunlight. Before you spray or dab Jeep Light Khaki Metallic (check for code JC/AJC), you must understand that those metallic particles are heavy. They like to sink to the bottom of the container. If you do not mix them thoroughly, your repair will look like a flat, muddy brown instead of a crisp metallic. Metallic paints can also "mottle"-creating dark streaks or spots-if the paint is applied too heavily in one spot. This is why a steady hand and light layers are your best friends.

Best Practices

To find your code and confirm the match, look on the driver-side door jamb or, if you have a Wrangler, check the floor area under the driver seat or the radiator support. To ensure those flakes are perfectly suspended, shake your container for at least sixty seconds. Once you are ready, test the color on the included card to verify the shade against your actual body panels. When applying, keep the container moving at a steady pace and maintain a consistent spray distance to prevent the metallic bits from bunching up. Allow enough drying time between light coats so the finish builds up evenly. This layering technique is the only way to get the shimmer to match the factory panels surrounding your repair.