SD-03-1064

Bendix® R-12® & R-14® Relay Valves

SERVICE (1)

SERVICE (1)

SUPPLY (2)
SUPPLY (2) DELIVERY
DELIVERY

EXTERIOR R-12H EXTERIOR R-14H

SUPPLY DELIVERY
DELIVERY
EXTERIOR R-12V EXTERIOR R-14V

FIGURE 1 - EXTERIOR VIEWS

DESCRIPTION The R-12® and R-14® relay valves are designed for either
reservoir or frame mounting. A universal mounting bracket is
The relay valve in an air brake system functions as a relay furnished that permits easy interchange with other Bendix®
station to speed up the application and release of the relay valves. Both valves are available in the two body styles
brakes. The valve is normally mounted at the rear of the illustrated in Figure 1. The R-14® valve differs from the
vehicle in proximity to the chambers it serves. The valve R-12® valve in that it incorporates a quick release and anti-
operates as a remote controlled brake valve that delivers compounding feature located above its horizontal service
or releases air to the chambers in response to the control port. The R-14® valve’s anti-compound feature allows it to
air delivered to it from the foot brake valve or other source.

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 BALANCE/QUICK EXHAUST PORT
EXHAUST COVER (ANTI-COMPOUND)

RELAY
EXHAUST PISTON
SEAT

EXHAUST
SEAT

DIAPHRAGM
INLET/
EXHAUST RELAY
ASSEMBLY PISTON

INLET
EXHAUST
VALVE
ASSEMBLY
RETAINING EXHAUST
EXHAUST RING RETAINING PORT
PORT RING
R-12V R-14H
FIGURE 2 - SECTIONAL VIEWS

be conveniently used as either a service or spring brake EXHAUST OR RELEASE

relay valve. An exhaust cover is installed that protects the
When air pressure is released from the service port and air
1/8” balance port when the R-14® valve anti-compound
pressure in the cavity above the relay piston is exhausted,
feature is not in use.
air pressure beneath the piston lifts the relay piston and the
All parts are interchangeable between the R-12® and R-14® exhaust seat moves away from the exhaust valve, opening
valves with the exception of the detail components of the the exhaust passage. With the exhaust passage open,
R-14® valve cover. Both valves make extensive use of the air pressure in the brake chambers is then permitted
non-metallic internal components. For ease of servicing, to exhaust through the exhaust port, releasing the brakes.
the inlet/exhaust valve can be replaced without the need
for line removal. ANTI-COMPOUNDING (SIMULTANEOUS
SERVICE AND PARK APPLICATION)
OPERATION In those applications where the R-14® relay valve is used to
control spring brake chambers, the anti-compound feature
APPLICATION may be utilized. With the anti-compound feature of the
Air pressure delivered to the service port enters the small R-14 ® valve connected, a service application made
cavity above the piston and moves the piston down. The while the vehicle is parked is countered by a release of
exhaust seat moves down with the piston and seats on the the parking brakes. To utilize this feature, the exhaust
inner or exhaust portion of the inlet/exhaust valve, sealing cover of the quick release portion of the R-14® valve is
off the exhaust passage. At the same time, the outer or removed and a line is installed which is connected to
inlet portion of the inlet/exhaust valve moves off its seat, the delivery of the service brake valve or relay valve.
permitting supply air to flow from the reservoir, past the With no air pressure at the service port of the R-14®
open inlet valve and into the brake chambers. valve, the parking brakes are applied. If a service brake
application is made, air from the service brake valve
BALANCE enters the exhaust port of the quick release of the
The air pressure being delivered by the open inlet valve R-14® valve and moves the diaphragm, blocking the service
also is effective on the bottom area of the relay piston. port. Air then proceeds into the cavity above the relay
When air pressure beneath the piston equals the service piston, forces the piston down, closing the exhaust and
air pressure above, the piston lifts slightly and the inlet opening the inlet to deliver air to the spring brake cavity
spring returns the inlet valve to its seat. The exhaust as described under the section of this manual entitled
remains closed as the service line pressure balances the Application.
delivery pressure. As delivered air pressure is changed,
the valve reacts instantly to the change, holding the brake
application at that level.

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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Important: Review the Bendix Warranty Policy before
REMOVAL
performing any intrusive maintenance procedures. A
warranty may be voided if intrusive maintenance is 1. Block and hold vehicle by means other than air brakes.
performed during the warranty period. 2. Drain air brake system reservoirs.
No two vehicles operate under identical conditions, as a 3. If entire valve is to be removed, identify air lines to
result, maintenance intervals may vary. Experience is a facilitate installation.
valuable guide in determining the best maintenance interval 4. Disconnect air lines from valve*.
for air brake system components. At a minimum, the valve 5. Remove valve from reservoir or if remotely mounted,
should be inspected every 6 months or 1500 operating remove mounting bolts and then valve.
hours, whichever comes first, for proper operation. Should
the valve not meet the elements of the operational tests *It is generally not necessary to remove entire valve to
noted in this document, further investigation and service service the inlet/exhaust valve. The inlet/exhaust valve
of the valve may be required. insert can be removed by removing the snap ring, exhaust
cover assembly and then inlet/exhaust valve.
OPERATIONAL AND LEAKAGE TEST Caution: Drain all reservoirs before attempting to remove
1. Chock the wheels, fully charge the air brake system the inlet exhaust valve.
and adjust the brakes.
2. Make several brake applications and check for prompt DISASSEMBLY
application and release at each wheel. Note: Prior to disassembly, mark the location of the
3. Check for inlet valve and o-ring leakage. mounting bracket to the cover and the cover to the body.
A. Make this check with the service brakes released 1. Remove the four (4) cap screws and lockwashers
when the R-12® or R-14® valve is used to control securing the cover to the body.
the service brakes. 2. Remove the cover, sealing ring, and mounting bracket.
B. Make the check with the spring brakes applied 3. Remove the piston and o-ring from the body.
(PARK) when the R-14® valve is used to control the
spring brakes. Coat the exhaust port and the area 4. While depressing the exhaust cover, remove the
around the retaining ring with a soap solution; a 1” retaining ring and slowly relax the spring beneath the
bubble in 3 seconds leakage is permitted. exhaust cover.
4. Check for exhaust valve leakage. 5. Remove the exhaust cover assembly and o-rings.
A. Make this check with the service brakes fully applied 6. Remove the inlet/exhaust valve return spring from the
if the R-12® or R-14® valve control the service body.
brakes. 7. Remove the inlet/exhaust valve from the body.
B. Make this check with the spring brakes fully 8. Remove the valve retainer from the inlet/exhaust valve.
released if the R-14® valve is used to control the 9. Remove the Phillips head screw and exhaust cover
spring brakes. Coat the exhaust port with a soap from the R-14® valve cover.
solution; a 1” bubble in 3 seconds leakage is
10. Remove the service port cap nut and o-ring from the
permitted. Coat the outside of the valve where the
R-14® valve.
cover joins the body to check for seal ring leakage;
no leakage is permitted. 11. Remove the diaphragm from the R-14® valve cover.
5. If the R-14® valve is used to control the spring brakes,
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
place the park control in the released position and
coat the balance port with a soap solution to check 1. Wash all metal parts in mineral spirits and dry them
the diaphragm and its seat. Leakage equivalent to a thoroughly.
1” bubble in 3 seconds is permitted. (Note: When rebuilding, all springs and all rubber parts
should be replaced.)
Note: If the anti-compound feature is in use, the line
attached to the balance port must be disconnected to 2. Inspect all metal parts for deterioration and wear, as
perform this test. evidenced by scratches, scoring and corrosion.
3. Inspect the exhaust valve seat on the relay piston for
If the valves do not function as described above, or if nicks and scratches which could cause excessive
leakage is excessive, it is recommended that the valves leakage.
be replaced with new or remanufactured units or repaired
with genuine Bendix® parts, available at any authorized 4. Inspect the inlet valve seat in the body for scratches
Bendix® parts outlet. and nicks, which could cause excessive leakage.

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SYSTEM TRAILER TRAILER
PARK PARK RELEASE
SUPPLY LINE
®
TP-3 TRACTOR
MV-3® PROTECTION
MODULE DS-2™ DOUBLE
CHECK &
PP-1® SR-1™ SPRING
VALVE STOP LIGHT BRAKE VALVE
SERVICE LINE
SPRING
BRAKES
ANTI-COMPOUND
PP-7™ LINE
PP-1® VALVE
VALVE

LQ-5™
VALVE
E-7™,
E-12™ OR
E-15™
QUICK VALVE
RELEASE REAR
VALVE DC-4® SERVICE
TRAILER GAUGE RESERVOIR
CONTROL DOUBLE LP-3™
VALVE CHECK INDICATOR
VALVE
R-14® R-12®
RELAY SR-5™ TRAILER RELAY
AIR DRYER SPRING
VALVE VALVE
BRAKE VALVE
SUPPLY
RESERVOIR

FRONT
SERVICE
RESERVOIR

BRAKE
CHAMBER COMPRESSOR BP-R1®
REAR AXLE FRONT AXLE BOBTAIL
SERVICE PROPORTIONING
SERVICE SPRING
RESERVOIR RESERVOIR VALVE
BRAKES

FIGURE 3 - TYPICAL PIPING SCHEMATIC

5. Inspect the exhaust seat of the quick release diaphragm INSTALLATION
in the R-14® valve cover and make sure all internal air 1. Clean air lines.
passages in this area are open and clean and free of
2. Inspect all lines and/or hoses for damage and replace
nicks and scratches.
as necessary.
6. Replace all parts not considered serviceable during
3. Install valve and tighten mounting bolts.
these inspections and all springs and rubber parts. Use
only genuine Bendix replacement parts, available from 4. Connect air lines to valve (plug any unused ports).
any authorized Bendix parts outlet. 5. Test valve as outlined in Operational and Leakage
Tests.
ASSEMBLY
Note: All torques specified in this manual are assembly GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
torques and can be expected to fall off slightly after
assembly. Do not re-torque after initial assembly torque WARNING! PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW
falls. For assembly, hand wrenches are recommended. THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH:
Prior to assembly, lubricate all o-rings, o-ring bores and
any sliding surface with a silicone lubricant equivalent to When working on or around a vehicle, the
Dow Corning #10. following general precautions should be observed
1. Install large piston o-ring on piston. at all times.
2. Install inner and outer o-rings in the exhaust cover 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the
assembly. parking brakes, and always block the wheels.
Always wear safety glasses.
3. Install the sealing ring on the cover.
2. Stop the engine and remove ignition key when
4. Install piston in body, taking care not to damage the working under or around the vehicle. When
piston o-ring. working in the engine compartment, the engine
5. Noting the reference marks made during disassembly, should be shut off and the ignition key should be
install the cover on the valve body and the mounting removed. Where circumstances require that the
bracket on the cover. engine be in operation, EXTREME CAUTION should
6. Secure the mounting bracket and cover to the body be used to prevent personal injury resulting from
using the four (4) cap screws and lock washers. Torque contact with moving, rotating, leaking, heated or
to 80-120 inch pounds. electrically charged components.
7. Install the valve retainer on the inlet/exhaust valve and 3. Do not attempt to install, remove, disassemble
install in the body. or assemble a component until you have read
and thoroughly understand the recommended
8. Install the inlet/exhaust valve return spring in the body.
procedures. Use only the proper tools and observe
9. Install the exhaust cover assembly in the body, taking all precautions pertaining to use of those tools.
care not to damage the o-ring. 4. If the work is being performed on the vehicle’s
10. While depressing the exhaust cover, install the retaining air brake system, or any auxiliary pressurized air
ring. Make certain the retainer is completely seated in systems, make certain to drain the air pressure
its groove in the body. from all reservoirs before beginning ANY work
11. Install the R-14® valve service port cap nut o-ring on on the vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with
the cap nut. an AD-IS® air dryer system or a dryer reservoir
module, be sure to drain the purge reservoir.
12. Install the diaphragm in the R-14® valve cover making
certain it is positioned between the guide ribs in the 5. Following the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended
cover. procedures, deactivate the electrical system in a
manner that safely removes all electrical power
13. Install the service port cap nut and torque to 150 inch
from the vehicle.
pounds.
6. Never exceed manufacturer’s recommended
14. If the quick release exhaust port was protected with an pressures.
exhaust cover, install the cover using the #10-24 Phillips
7. Never connect or disconnect a hose or line
head screw. Torque to approx. 15-25 inch pounds.
containing pressure; it may whip. Never remove
15. Test the valves as outlined in the Operational and a component or plug unless you are certain all
Leakage Test section before returning the valve to system pressure has been depleted.
service.

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8. Use only genuine Bendix® replacement parts, 10. Prior to returning the vehicle to service, make
components and kits. Replacement hardware, certain all components and systems are restored
tubing, hose, fittings, etc. must be of equivalent to their proper operating condition.
size, type and strength as original equipment and 11. For vehicles with Automatic Traction Control (ATC),
be designed specifically for such applications and the ATC function must be disabled (ATC indicator
systems. lamp should be ON) prior to performing any vehicle
9. Components with stripped threads or damaged maintenance where one or more wheels on a drive
parts should be replaced rather than repaired. Do axle are lifted off the ground and moving.
not attempt repairs requiring machining or welding
unless specifically stated and approved by the
vehicle and component manufacturer.

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