Toyota Inferno (4X0) Touch Up Paint

The Look

If you are driving a Tacoma or Tundra in this shade, you are not trying to blend into traffic. This color was the hero that launched the TRD Pro line in 2015, bringing a rugged, desert-racing energy to the Toyota family. It is a deep, burnt orange that feels alive when the sun hits it, shifting from a copper glow in the shade to a vibrant fire in high noon light. Since your truck has likely spent its life outdoors, that original factory pop might have mellowed slightly, making a precise touch-up the only way to restore that aggressive, off-road personality.

Technical Details

This finish is a metallic pearl, which gives the paint its signature depth but also introduces a bit of a challenge for the repair. Those tiny metallic flakes are heavy, and they want to clump together or sink if they aren't kept in motion. If you apply the paint too heavily, you will end up with dark patches or a "mottled" look where the flakes have bunched up. The goal is to get those particles to lay down flat and even so they catch the light just like the rest of the body panel.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Toyota Inferno (check for code 4X0), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can confirm your match by checking the identification sticker located on the driver's side door jamb. To get the best results, always test the color on the included card to make sure the metallic flakes are fully mixed and the shade is right. Whether you are using a nozzle or a brush, keep the container moving across the surface to ensure an even distribution of the pearl. Work in a cool garage to avoid the paint drying too fast, and apply several light layers rather than one heavy one, allowing for plenty of drying time between each pass.