need to colour dash pad

There are a few different ways to prep and paint depending on the brand you use. I use Dupont vinyl paint. I believe dash pads should be medium gloss. As mentioned, you have to get any contaminants such as ArmorAll off. Wax and grease remover is commonly used here. Then, I have a strong cleaner I use on tires that I spray on and scrub with an old Scotch Brite pad, then rinse with clean water to get any solvent residue cleaned off. I then spray with the vinyl paint. Looks nice and holds up well.
Dallas