H&R VTF Adjustable Lowering Springs, for BMW M5 F10 with Adaptive Suspension
H&R part 23014-2 pairs application-specific coil springs with threaded, height-adjustable spring seats for the BMW M5 F10 Sedan equipped with adaptive suspension. The kit retains the factory adaptive dampers and electronic damper control while allowing continuous ride-height adjustment.
Key Features
- Application-specific front and rear coil springs paired with threaded height-adjustable spring seats.
- Retains the factory adaptive dampers and their electronic control.
- Continuously adjustable ride height within the approved range rather than a single fixed drop.
- Standard, unmodified bump stops are reused with this application.
- Powder-coated steel springs resist corrosion and sag.
- Engineered, manufactured, and tested in Germany, with part 23014-2 covered by a TUV Rheinland technical approval for this application.
Fitment
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-2016 | BMW | M5 | F10 Sedan With Adaptive Suspension |
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | H&R |
| Manufacturer part number | 23014-2 |
| Product type | VTF Adjustable Lowering Springs |
| Approximate front lowering | 1.6 - 2.2 in |
| Approximate rear lowering | 1.2 - 2.0 in |
| Front spring wire diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Rear spring wire diameter | 12.25 mm |
| Spring finish | Powder coating |
| Certification | TUV Rheinland Teilegutachten 192XT0021-02 |
| Country of manufacture | Germany |
| Warranty | 2-year limited warranty |
What's Included
- Two front axle springs (H&R 23014-1 VA, shared front spring for this approval group).
- Two rear axle springs (H&R 23014-2 HA, version II).
- Two front height-adjustable spring seats (left and right specific) and two rear height-adjustable spring seats.
- Sealing ring for the front axle and mounting hardware for the height adjusters.
About H&R
H&R Spezialfedern GmbH & Co. KG engineers and manufactures suspension springs in Lennestadt, Germany, and has produced application-specific lowering springs and coilover suspension for performance and OE vehicles for decades, including part 23014-2 for the M5 F10 platform. H&R's VTF Adjustable Lowering Springs line lets owners fine-tune ride height while keeping the vehicle's factory adaptive dampers and electronics in place.
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FAQ
Does this kit work with the M5's adaptive suspension?
Yes. This kit is designed for the M5 F10 Sedan equipped with adaptive suspension, and it retains the factory adaptive dampers and electronic control.
Can the ride height be adjusted after installation?
Yes. The threaded height-adjustable spring seats allow ride height to be set within the approved range without replacing the springs.
Does the kit require new bump stops?
No. Standard, unmodified bump stops are reused with this application.
Is a special tool required for installation?
Yes. A workshop press is required to remove the factory spring plate and to press the height adjusters onto the damper bodies.
Is a wheel alignment required after installation?
Yes. Wheel alignment and headlight aim should be checked and adjusted whenever ride height is changed.
Is professional installation required?
Yes. Installation should be performed by a qualified suspension technician, and the warranty may be voided if the product is not installed correctly.
What is the warranty on this kit?
H&R covers VTF Adjustable Lowering Springs kits with a 2-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
Does installing this kit require recalibrating driver-assistance systems?
Driver-assistance system calibration should be checked and performed per BMW's guidelines whenever ride height is changed.
Installation Instructions
- Support the vehicle and remove the wheels to access the front and rear struts.
- Remove and disassemble the strut assemblies following the vehicle manufacturer's service procedure, noting anti-roll-bar bracket position.
- Press off the factory cap and lower spring plate, then clean the damper body.
- Press the correct left or right height adjuster onto the front damper to the specified mark, and secure with the supplied grub screws.
- Fit the supplied sealing ring between the damper and height adjuster, then refit the cap.
- Repeat the height-adjuster installation on the rear struts, reusing the factory bump stops.
- Install the new front and rear springs with the H&R label facing outward and legible, then reinstall the struts and torque fasteners to specification.
- Set the recommended ride-height dimension, then check and adjust wheel alignment, headlight aim, and driver-assistance calibration per BMW's guidelines.
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