Acura RSX Service & Repair Manual 2002–2006

Service and repair manuals for 5 model years of the Acura RSX, 2002 to 2006. 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: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 8 recalls, 206 owner complaints and 252 technical service bulletins are logged for the RSX. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your RSX year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2006 $29.991 2.0L I4 Type-S Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door details →
2005 $29.991 2.0L I4 Type-S Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door details →
2004 $29.992 2.0L I4 Type-S Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door details →
2003 $29.992 2.0L I4 Type-S Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door details →
2002 $29.992 2.0L I4 Type-S Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2006 RSX manual.

2006 Acura RSX service manual page 12006 Acura RSX service manual page 22006 Acura RSX service manual page 32006 Acura RSX service manual page 42006 Acura RSX service manual page 52006 Acura RSX service manual page 6

03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 95
  • General Information 1,537
  • Accessories & Equipment 256
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 77
  • Body & Frame 169
  • Maintenance 32
  • Brakes 135
  • Restraints 149
  • Drivelines & Axles 16
  • Steering 74
  • Electrical 333
  • Suspension 42
  • Engine Mechanical 511
  • Transmission 71
  • Engine Performance 2,341
  • Rear 181

04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore RSX manual$29.99 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 RSX manual

Which RSX years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2002 to 2006 — 5 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 RSX manual or an aftermarket guide?

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

Does it include RSX wiring diagrams?

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

Does the manual cover RSX recalls?

8 recalls are on federal record across the 2002–2006 RSX, 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 RSX years cost more?

Every RSX year is $29.99.

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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