Paint - Codes

PAINT
PA003-96
DECEMBER 4, 1996
Models: ALL MODELS

Title:
1997 MODEL YEAR PAINT COLORS

The following information outlines the single and two-tone painting schemes used on 1997 model year Lexus models.

PAINTING METHOD:





Single Color - The cladding and bumpers are painted with the same color.

Two-Tone Color - The claddings and bumpers are painted with a different color from the body color to achieve a two-tone painting scheme.





LS 400 TWO-TONE COLORS





GS 300 SINGLE AND TWO-TONE COLORS:





ES 300 TWO-TONE COLORS:





ES 300 SPECIAL EDITION COLORS:





LX 450 TWO-TONE COLORS:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

Since heat deformation of the cladding occurs more easily than bumpers, repair and refinishing of these parts is not recommended. If original parts are to be refinished, observe the following precautions during the refinish/drying process:

1. To prevent cladding warpage, firmly hold the cladding in place and keep drying temperature below 50°C (122°F).

2. Since the cladding and bumpers are made of a flexible plastic urethane material, use a 2-part urethane finish paint system with plasticizer for all bumper/cladding repairs.