BORLA PERFORMANCE INDUSTRIES
500 Borla Drive
Johnson City TN, 37604-7523
805-986-8600
Installation for Lexus IS 350 & GS 350
PN-11898, 11935
***** Please compare the parts in the box with the bill of materials provided *****
to assure that you have all the parts necessary for this installation.
These instructions have been written to help you with the installation of your Borla Performance Exhaust System. Please read this document completely before beginning the installation of your system.
To ensure this part number fits your specific model year, please visit our website for the latest model year listings at www.BORLA.com
Thank you for purchasing a Borla Performance Rear Section Exhaust System.
Borla Performance Rear Section (PN-11898) is designed for the Lexus IS 350 equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine,
automatic transmission.
Borla Performance Rear Section (PN-11935) is designed for the Lexus GS 350 equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine,
automatic transmission.
Borla Performance Industries recommends that an exhaust shop or professional after market parts installer, who has all the necessary
equipment, tools and experienced personnel needed for proper installation, should perform the installation of this system. However,
if you decide to perform the installation, we recommend someone should help you. Ensure the installer uses all under car safety
precautions including eye protection.
Please take time to read and understand the following…
By installing your Borla Performance Exhaust System, you indicate that you have read this document and you agree with the terms
stated below.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser to follow all installation instruction guidelines and safety procedures supplied with your Borla
Performance Exhaust System.
Borla Performance Industries assumes no responsibility for damages occurring from misuse, abuse, improper installation, improper
operation, lack of responsible care, or all previously stated reasons resulting from incompatibility with other manufacturer’s products
and/or systems.
Included with your Borla Performance Exhaust System is a warranty card. Please read it carefully before you begin any work on
your vehicle. If you should have any questions regarding our warranty policy, installation, or any other matter pertaining to your new
Borla Performance Exhaust System, please give us a call at the number provided on the warranty card.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Minimum Required Tool List:
TOOLS:
1. 3/8” Drive Ratchet
2. 3/8” Drive Extension 3”
3. 15mm Deep Well Socket
4. 14mm Wrench
5. Pry Bar
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SHOP SUPPLIES:
Spray Lubricant
Borla Performance - Bill of Materials
11898
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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805-986-8600
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Caution!!! Never work on a hot exhaust system. Serious injury in the form of burns can result If the vehicle
has been in use and the exhaust system is hot, allow vehicle to cool for at least 1 hour. Always wear eye
protection when working under any vehicle.
Note: It is our recommendation that you use a hoist or hydraulic lift to facilitate the installation of your new
Borla Performance Exhaust System.
Taking all under car safety precautions, lift the vehicle using a hoist or hydraulic lift. Once this has been
done, you may begin the removal of your old exhaust system from your vehicle.
Note: Before removing the original exhaust system from your vehicle, please compare the parts you have
received with the bill of materials provided on the previous page to assure that you have all the parts necessary for the installation of your new Borla Performance Exhaust System.
Note: With a used vehicle, we suggest a penetrating spray lubricant to be applied liberally
to all exhaust fasteners and allowing a significant period of time for the chemical to lubricate the threads before attempting to disassemble.
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Original Exhaust System Removal
1. Starting on the right side remove the factory hardware in front of
the rear axle. Keep hardware for re-installation. (See Fig.1)
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2. Repeat same process on the left side.
3. Remove hangers from rubber isolator using a pry bar. Remove muffler assembly from vehicle. (See Fig.2)
4. Using a muffler stand or an additional person to hold the rear muffler into position. (See Fig. 3)
5. Original system removed. (See Fig. 4)
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Rear Section Exhaust Installation
1. Orient components referencing on page (2 & 3) drawing.
2. Install the R/H Muffler Assembly inserting the hangers into the
rubber isolator. (See Fig. 5)
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3. Install the L/H Muffler Assembly inserting the hangers into the rubber isolator. (See Figs. 6 & 7)
4. Check your exhaust system for proper clearance under the vehicle
and also for tip centering alignment. Starting at front flanges and
moving to rear of vehicle, tighten flange hardware bolts. Orient position of bolt (on supplied clamps) between (not over) pipe notches
and tighten to 35 ft. lbs. torque.
5. Align tip exit center and tighten hardware. Loosen clamps to rotate
or move pipe for better alignment. (See Fig. 8)
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6. Before starting your vehicle, make sure to check all wires, hoses,
brake lines, body parts and tires for safe clearance from the exhaust
system.
7. Start vehicle and check for any leaks. If any leaks are found, determine cause (such as loose or incorrectly positioned clamp) and repair as necessary.
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WARNING: Use extreme caution during installation. Torque all fasteners according to manufacturer’s torque values and tightening sequence. DO NOT use air impact tools to tighten fasteners on
Borla Performance Exhaust Systems. Use of such tools may result in bent flanges or gasket contact
areas leading to exhaust leaks.
NOTE: When you first start your vehicle after the installation of your new Borla Performance Exhaust
System, there may be some smoke and fumes coming from the system. This is a protective oil based coating used in the manufacturing of mandrel bent performance exhaust tubing. This is not a problem and
will disappear within a very short period of time after the exhaust has reached normal operating temperatures.
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