Nissan Reddish Silver Pearl (KAG) Touch Up Paint

The Look

This color is a rare find from a specific moment in Nissan history. If you are driving a 2008 Murano with this finish, you own a piece of a very short production run. It is not a typical cold silver; it carries a distinct warmth that shifts toward a soft rose or bronze depending on the angle of the sun. Because your vehicle has likely spent over fifteen years on the road, the original finish might have shifted slightly due to UV exposure. This means your repair requires a bit of patience to blend that aged glow with the fresh pigment in your hands.

Technical Details

You are dealing with a pearl finish, which is more complex than a standard metallic. While metallic paint uses tiny bits of aluminum to reflect light, this pearl finish uses ceramic crystals to create depth. The biggest challenge with pearls is avoiding dark spots or stripes, which happens if the heavy particles clump together. If you apply the paint too heavily in one spot, the color will look muddy or darker than the rest of the panel. This finish thrives on light, even layers that allow those crystals to sit flat and catch the light correctly.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Nissan Reddish Silver Pearl (check for code KAG), you need to shake the container for a full sixty seconds to ensure the pearls are not settled at the bottom. You can find your paint code on the VIN sticker located at the bottom of the driver's side door jamb. Test the color on the included card first to get a feel for the flow and how the shade looks once it is dry. When you are ready to apply it to the car, work in the shade and keep the container moving to prevent the paint from pooling. Give each layer plenty of drying time, as rushing the process will trap the pearls and ruin the effect.