Jeep Sparkle Silver Metallic (Wheel Color) (PAK-W) Touch Up Paint

The Look

If you are staring at a curb-rashed wheel on your Wrangler or Grand Cherokee, you are looking at one of the most hardworking finishes in the Jeep catalog. This color was the staple for alloy wheels across the Liberty, Commander, and nearly every major Jeep model for over a decade. It is a bright, high-energy silver designed to catch the light and hide the inevitable brake dust that comes with daily driving. Since your wheels live in a high-impact zone, this paint is formulated to be tough, but because it has been on the road for years, you should expect the original finish to have dulled slightly compared to the fresh paint in your hand.

Technical Details

This is a true metallic finish, which means it is packed with tiny aluminum flakes that provide that signature "sparkle." While silver is generally forgiving for small nicks, metallic paints are temperamental when it comes to larger repairs. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the metallic flakes will sink and bunch together, creating dark patches or stripes known as mottling. This ruins the illusion of a solid metal surface. To get a consistent look that matches the rest of the wheel, you must focus on thin layers rather than trying to hide the damage in one pass.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Jeep Sparkle Silver Metallic (Wheel Color) (check for code PAK-W), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. This is non-negotiable for metallics because the silver flakes settle at the bottom of the container quickly. You can usually find your primary paint code on the driver's side door jamb or the radiator support under the hood, though wheel-specific codes like this one are often found in the original build sheet. Always test the color on the included card before touching the wheel to ensure the flake density looks right. Whether you are using a Pen or a Can, work in a Garage or the Shade to keep the surface cool. Keep the container moving at all times to ensure the flakes lay down flat, and allow plenty of drying time between light coats to build the depth.