Bendix® M-40QR™ and M-40HF™ Pressure Modulator Valves
SD-13-4958
Bendix® M-40QR
Modulator
Exhaust Port
(Body has “3, EXH”)
DESCRIPTION
™
Delivery Port
(Casting has
“2, DEL”)
Bendix® M-40HF
Modulator
™
Supply Port
(Casting has
“1, SUP”)
Supply
Port
(Casting has
“1, SUP”)
Electrical
Connector
Electrical
Connector
Previous Model
M-32™ Modulators
Alternate Push-to-
Connect Version,
Showing Optional
Packard Connector
Mounting Holes
(.33" Diameter
Through Body)
FIGURE 1 - M-40QR™ AND M-40HF™ PRESSURE MODULATOR VALVES
Exhaust Port
(Body has
“3, EXH”)
Bendix M-32QR™ (left) and M-32
(right) Modulators
FIGURE 2 - M-32™ MODULATORS
™
The Bendix® M-40QR™ (quick release) and M-40HF™ (high
ow) pressure modulator valves (PMVs) are high-capacity,
on/off air valves that incorporate a pair of electrical
solenoids for control. See Figure 1. The solenoids provide
the electro-pneumatic interface between the vehicle’s
electronic control system and the air brake system. For
example, the PMV is used to control the braking function
of service actuators during antilock activity.
The modulator consists of a die cast metal and plastic body
that houses one normally-open solenoid, one normallyclosed solenoid, and an inlet and exhaust diaphragm
valve. A three-pin weather-resistant electrical connector
is an integral part of the modulator solenoid assembly
and delivers the vehicle controller’s commands to the
modulator. Two mounting holes are provided for frame or
crossmember mounting of the valve.
The Bendix M-40QR modulator is the direct replacement
for the Bendix M-32QR modulator (See Figure 2). The
Bendix M-40QR modulator has a bias valve to provide an
internal quick-release function.
The supply, delivery and exhaust ports on the Bendix M-40
modulators have embossed identication codes.
Port ID
1, SUP Supply
2, DEL Delivery
Air Hose
Connection
Function
Air enters from a valve (typically
foot, relay or quick release).
Air is delivered to the service
actuators.
3, EXH Exhaust Air is vented to the atmosphere.
FIGURE 3 - PORT DESIGNATION AND FUNCTION
APPLICATIONS
Bendix M-40 modulators may be used for various purposes
on a vehicle including ABS and stability interventions. In
applications using these PMVs, an external quick release
valve may also be required, depending on the system
design. Where the modulator is used for individual wheel
control applications, it is typically the last control valve
through which air passes on its way to the service brake
actuator. See Figure 4 for a typical system schematic.
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GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARNING! PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH:
When working on or around a vehicle, the following guidelines should be observed AT ALL TIMES:
▲ Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the
parking brakes and always block the wheels.
Always wear personal protection equipment.
▲ Stop the engine and remove the ignition key
when working under or around the vehicle.
When working in the engine compartment,
the engine should be shut off and the ignition
key should be removed. Where circumstances
require that the engine be in operation, EXTREME
CAUTION should be used to prevent personal
injury resulting from contact with moving,
rotating, leaking, heated or electrically-charged
components.
▲ Do not attempt to install, remove, disassemble
or assemble a component until you have read,
and thoroughly understand, the recommended
procedures. Use only the proper tools and
observe all precautions pertaining to use of those
tools.
▲ If the work is being performed on the vehicle’s
air brake system, or any auxiliary pressurized air
systems, make certain to drain the air pressure
from all reservoirs before beginning ANY work
on the vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with a
Bendix® AD-IS® air dryer system, a Bendix® DRM™
dryer reservoir module, or a Bendix® AD-9si™ air
dryer, be sure to drain the purge reservoir.
▲ Following the vehicle manufacturer’s
recommended procedures, deactivate the
electrical system in a manner that safely removes
all electrical power from the vehicle.
▲ Never exceed manufacturer’s recommended
pressures.
▲ Never connect or disconnect a hose or line
containing pressure; it may whip. Never remove
a component or plug unless you are certain all
system pressure has been depleted.
▲ Use only genuine Bendix
®
brand replacement
parts, components and kits. Replacement
hardware, tubing, hose, ttings, etc. must be of
equivalent size, type and strength as original
equipment and be designed speci cally for such
applications and systems.
▲ Components with stripped threads or damaged
parts should be replaced rather than repaired.
Do not attempt repairs requiring machining or
welding unless speci cally stated and approved
by the vehicle and component manufacturer.
▲ Prior to returning the vehicle to service, make
certain all components and systems are restored
to their proper operating condition.
▲ For vehicles with Automatic Traction Control
(ATC), the ATC function must be disabled (ATC
indicator lamp should be ON) prior to performing
any vehicle maintenance where one or more
wheels on a drive axle are lifted off the ground
and moving.
▲ The power MUST be temporarily disconnected
from the radar sensor whenever any tests USING
A DYNAMOMETER are conducted on a Bendix
®
Wingman® Advanced™-equipped vehicle.
▲ You should consult the vehicle manufacturer's operating and service manuals, and any related literature,
in conjunction with the Guidelines above.
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Wheel
Speed
Sensor
Air Disc
Brake
Service
Brake
Chamber
Pressure
Modulator
Valve
Antilock
Traction
Relay
Valve
Pressure
Modulator
Valve
Steering Angle Sensor
Brake Valve
Pressure
Modulator
Valve
Primary Brake
Circuit
Secondary
Brake Circuit
SL-4™ Stop Light Switch
™
TCS
-9000
Trailer
Antilock
Controller
Control Valve
Yaw Rate Sensor
TP-5™ Tractor Protection Valve
Air Disc
Pressure Modulator Valve
Antilock Relay Valve
Pressure Modulator Valve
Slack Adjuster
Brakes
Wheel
Speed
Sensor
Glad Hands
C
Trailer (Control)
S
Trailer (Supply)
Wheel
Speed
Sensor
Service & Spring
Brake Chamber
Spring Brake
Chamber
Service Brake
Chamber
For Illustration Purposes Only, Both Air
Foundation
Drum Brakes
Disc Brakes And Foundation Drum Brakes
Are Shown At Either Side Of The Axles.
FIGURE 4 - TYPICAL SYSTEM DIAGRAM (4S-4M SYSTEM SHOWN)
PRESSURE MODULATOR VALVE (PMV) AND
TRACTION CONTROL VALVE (TCV) CHUFF TEST
A wiring harness connects the vehicle modulators to the
controller. The ABS controller is able to simultaneously,
and independently, control the individual modulators.
See Figure 5. When ignition power is applied, each
modulator solenoid is briey energized. If the air system is
fully charged — and the service brake pedal is depressed
during ignition — the modulator creates a single, sharp
audible “chuff” of air pressure. Bendix ECUs will perform
a PMV Chuff Test on all installed modulators in the order
Bendix® Electronic Control Units (ECUs) perform a Bendix-
shown in Figure 5. The pattern will then repeat itself.
patented PMV and TCV Chuff Test. The Chuff Test is
an electrical and pneumatic PMV test that can assist
maintenance personnel in verifying proper PMV wiring and
installation. This test is performed only when the vehicle
is stationary (if the vehicle moves, the Chuff Test will not
be performed).
NOTE: If there are any active Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTCs), the stop lamp cross-check portion of the Chuff Test
will not be carried out until all DTCs are fully diagnosed and
corresponding repairs are successfully conducted. The
ESP/ATC dash indicator lamp ATC/ESP Lamp — a lamp
that indicates when stability functions, including traction
control, roll stability program or yaw control are operating
— will also be illuminated when there are active ABS,
ATC or ESP DTCs. (See the Glossary on page 8 for more
information on these terms.)
FIGURE 5 - TYPICAL VEHICLE ORIENTATION AND CHUFF
SEQUENCE
Right Steer
1
7
2
Driver
Left Steer
1. Steer Axle Right PMV
2. Steer Axle Left PMV
3. Drive Axle Right PMV
4. Drive Axle Left PMV
Foundation
Drum Brakes
Primary Brake
Circuit
Right Drive
Left Drive
5. Additional Axle Right PMV
6. Additional Axle Left PMV
7. Drive Axle TCV
Secondary
Brake Circuit
Right
Additional
3
4
5
6
Left
Additional
3