The action of old grease coming out somewhere is a good sign of which condition?

• A. Proper Greasing
• B. Over Greasing
• C. Contamination
• D. Seal Failure

Answer: (A)

Old grease coming out usually means you’ve over-greased the bearing. When you add more grease than the system can hold, pressure builds behind the seals. That pressure pushes older, degraded grease out through seals or fittings, so you see it leaking or oozing at the housing. It isn’t a sign of proper lubrication; it signals an imbalance in the lubrication program and can lead to seal wear, heat buildup, and dirt entry if not addressed. To fix it, stop adding grease, clean the area, and inspect the seals and bearing; purge the cavity and reapply only the recommended amount of grease with the correct type and cadence. If leakage continues after correcting the amount, inspect seals and housing for damage, as a failed seal could also allow grease to escape.