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Old 05-20-2013, 11:20 AM
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Hi Everyone, where can I find the paint code for my 2010 550i? I checked around under the hood and inside the door, but can't find it. Trying not to call the service dept and using my VIN unless I have to. Any help would be appreciated.

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Mine was under the hood around the passenger side shock tower.
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You can also check along the passenger side wall under the hood.
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Thanks..do you recall if this was easily visible? Or do I need to crawl in the hood? During my inspection, nothing jumped out at me.
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Mine was very easy to spot. Right when you open the hood on the passenger side.
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Thanks balbs..found it. The pic helped!!!
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