Nissan Cove Green (DAN) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color captures the rugged, outdoorsy identity that the modern Pathfinder was built to embody. Since your vehicle is likely a 2023 or newer model, the factory finish hasn't had much time to suffer from sun-fade or oxidation, which makes your repair much more straightforward. It is a muted, earthy shade that provides a sophisticated alternative to the typical grays and blacks on the road, looking best when it is clean enough to catch the light but still holding its character when covered in trail dust.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means the paint is packed with tiny flakes that provide depth and a subtle shimmer. These metallic particles are heavier than the pigment and have a habit of sinking to the bottom of the container while it sits on your shelf. If you don't mix them thoroughly, the color will appear too dark or flat when you apply it. Metallics also carry a risk of mottling-where the flakes group together and create dark splotches or stripes-so you must be mindful of how the paint lands on the surface. Applying the paint in light, even layers prevents the flakes from bunching up and ensures the repair blends into the surrounding door or fender.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Nissan Cove Green (check for code DAN), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure the metallics are fully suspended in the mixture. You can verify your color match by looking at the silver identification sticker located on the driver's side door jamb, where the code is printed near the bottom. Test the color on the included card first to see how the metallic flakes settle under your lighting. To get a consistent look, keep the container moving across the scratch or chip and allow enough drying time between layers so the paint can set properly. Finishing with a clear coat will protect those metallic flakes and bring back the factory gloss your Pathfinder had on the showroom floor.