Acura RLX Service & Repair Manual 2014–2020

Service and repair manuals for 7 model years of the Acura RLX, 2014 to 2020. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Acura published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 3.5L V6 — 212 cu in, SOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 8 recalls, 170 owner complaints and 288 technical service bulletins are logged for the RLX. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your RLX year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2020 $49.991 3.5L V6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Sedan 4-Door details →
2019 $49.993 3.5L V6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Sedan 4-Door details →
2018 $49.991 3.5L V6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Sedan 4-Door details →
2017 $49.99 3.5L V6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Sedan 4-Door select
2016 $49.99 3.5L V6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Sedan 4-Door select
2015 $49.991 3.5L V6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Elite Sedan 4-Door · Tech Sedan 4-Door · Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Sedan 4-Door details →
2014 $49.992 3.5L V6 Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Sedan 4-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2020 RLX manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 121
  • General Information 1,759
  • Accessories & Equipment 3,790
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 234
  • Body & Frame 877
  • Maintenance 43
  • Brakes 859
  • Restraints 463
  • Drivelines & Axles 24
  • Steering 237
  • Electrical 471
  • Suspension 448
  • Engine Mechanical 764
  • Transmission 1,869
  • Engine Performance 2,232
  • Front 328
  • Rear 245

04 / Other yearsOther RLX years

2017 Acura RLX · $49.99 select →

Engines: 3.5L V6 — 212 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2017 RLX. 4 complaints · 27 TSBs.

2016 Acura RLX · $49.99 select →

Engines: 3.5L V6 — 212 cu in, SOHC. Trims: Base Sedan 4-Door · Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Sedan 4-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 2016 RLX. 9 complaints · 57 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore RLX manual$49.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the RLX manual

Which RLX years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2014 to 2020 — 7 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Acura RLX manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Acura published for the RLX, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include RLX wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every RLX manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover RLX recalls?

8 recalls are on federal record across the 2014–2020 RLX, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Acura dealers.

Why do some RLX years cost more?

Every RLX year is $49.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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