Exhaust Diffuser Installation for Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ PN-77012

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1 Exhaust Diffuser Installation for Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ PN BORLA Performance Industries is proud to offer a truly unique product to the aftermarket Cat-Back industry we started over 30-years ago. Inspired by motorsports aerodynamics, BORLA Performance now offers racecar-styling for your BORLA equipped street car. The BORLA Exhaust Diffuser is an aesthetic component adding a subtle, track-inspired look to your BORLA exhaust system. This BORLA Exhaust Diffuser is not an afterthought product. It is styled to compliment your vehicle aesthetics, incorporating visual contours and multiplefin elements for a subtle race-inspired look. This BORLA Exhaust Diffuser is developed concurrently with BORLA products for proper static and dynamic thermal ventilation, adequate vehicle ground clearance, and combined system weight savings over your factory exhaust system. 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. 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. Thank you for purchasing a Borla Performance Exhaust Diffuser. Borla Performance Stainless Exhaust Diffuser (77012) is designed to compliment Borla Cat-back for the Scion FR S or Subaru BRZ. 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 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 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 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 System, please give us a call at the number provided on the warranty card. PART NO. A Rev. F Page 1 of 5

2 Minimum Required Tool List: TOOLS: 1 Socket wrench 2 12 Extension w/ Universal Joint 3 11mm Socket 4 10mm Socket NOTE: Borla recommends using a liquid thread-lock to all hardware bolts to minimize bolts becoming loose. Inspect hardware periodically to prevent loose hardware that could lead to vehicle damage. SHOP SUPPLIES: 1 Liquid thread lock Left Side Borla Performance - Bill of Materials Left Side (2) Inner Brackets (2) Outer Brackets 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 System. Taking all under car safety precautions, lift the vehicle using a hoist or hydraulic lift. Note: 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 System. PART NO. A Rev. F Page 2 of 5

3 Figure 1 Install (2) Inner Brackets 1. Note reference arrows for location of Inner Brackets to Borla cat-back PN Refer to Page 2 illustrations to aide orientation of bracket assemblies. (See Fig. 1) 2. BORLA recommends applying a liquid THREAD LOCK when installing bracket hardware. Verify U-bolt nuts have LIQUID THREAD LOCK and carefully torque U-bolt nuts ft. lbs. torque. 3. Install Bracket Assembly to left-side pipe. Install U-bolt and Clamp Saddle over Y-Pipe Assembly pipe (verify Clamp Saddle body does NOT overlap expanded pipe of Tail Pipe Assembly). Insert the LOWER (not upper) U- bolt end into L-Bracket. (See Figs. 2A & 2B) Lightly tighten nuts. 4. Install Bracket Assembly to right-side pipe as shown. Install U-bolt and Clamp Saddle over Y-Pipe Assembly Figure 2A Figure 2B expanded end Left Side - Inner Bracket Assy Figure 3A Figure 3B - Inner Bracket Assy PART NO. A Rev. F Page 3 of 5

4 Figure 4 Install (2) Outer Brackets 4. Note reference arrows for location of Outer Brackets to Borla Cat-back PN Refer to Page 2 illustrations to aide orientation of bracket assemblies. (See Fig. 4) 5. Install Bracket Assembly to left-side pipe as shown. Insert BOTH U-bolt ends into L-Bracket. (See Figs. 5A & 5B) Lightly tighten nuts. 6. Install Bracket Assembly to left-side pipe as shown. Insert BOTH U-bolts ends into L-Bracket. (See Figs. 6A & 6B) Lightly tighten nuts. Figure 5A Figure 5B Left Side - Outer Bracket Assy Figure 6A Figure 6B - Outer Bracket Assy PART NO. A Rev. F Page 4 of 5

5 Install Exhaust Diffuser Body 7. Exhaust Diffuser is secured with (4) M6 bolts attaching to the L-bracket clip-on nuts. 8. Carefully position the Exhaust Diffuser body into position inserting (4) M6 bolts through the Diffuser Body and into the L-bracket clip-on bottom nuts. SNUG BOLTS TEMPORARILY TO DIFFUSER BODY. 9. Using 11mm socket with 12 extension/universal joint, slowly tighten (4) INNER Bracket U-bolt nuts on Saddle Clamps. (See Figs. 7 & 8). Remove extension/universal bolt and tighten (4) OUTER Bracket U-bolts nuts from the sides. You may need to adjust Saddle Clamp position in this process to align diffuser body. Figure 7 Figure Tighten (4) M6 bolts to ft. lbs. torque. Check torque of these bolts 2-3 times a year to prevent loose bolts and potential damage to vehicle. REMOVAL: Exhaust Diffuser Panel can be easily removed for maintenance or service access by removing (4) bolts with 10mm socket. Remember to re-apply a THREAD LOCK when re-stalling Exhaust Diffuser Panel. Figure 8 NOTE: Borla recommends using a liquid thread-lock to all hardware bolts to minimize bolts becoming loose. Inspect hardware periodically to prevent loose hardware that could lead to damage. Maximum M6 bolt torque value (dry): 9-10 ft. lbs. PART NO. A Rev. F Page 5 of 5