Hydraulic Fluid Leaks: Common Sources and How to Stop Them

Leaking hydraulic fluid doesn’t just make a mess — it creates downtime, pressure loss, and safety hazards. Whether it’s a slow drip or a fast spray, leaks must be addressed immediately to avoid costly failures.

Most Common Leak Points

  • Hose ends and fittings: Loosened connections or damaged threads
  • Cylinder seals: Worn or blown rod seals leaking under load
  • Valve blocks: Cracks or o-ring failures inside control valves
  • Pump shaft seals: Leaking at the input shaft under pressure

What Causes Hydraulic Leaks

  • Vibration or pressure surges loosening fittings
  • Seal wear from heat, age, or contamination
  • Over-pressurization damaging internal gaskets
  • Improper torque or mismatched components

How to Fix Hydraulic Leaks

  • Tighten or replace damaged fittings
  • Reseal cylinders with high-quality kits
  • Flush and replace fluid if contaminated
  • Use thread sealant or o-ring kits matched to system pressure

Conclusion

Every hydraulic leak is a pressure loss — and a future failure. Addressing leaks immediately prevents downtime, improves safety, and extends the life of your system. Don’t wait for a drip to become a blowout.

Subscribe
Privacy Policy

If you would like to receive text messages from Marine Squadron, text START, YES, to: (888) 373-7755  You will be opting-in to text messages. Message frequency varies and may include replying to customer questions and inquiries. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP or CANCEL to (888) 373-7755 at any time to end or unsubscribe. See our Privacy Policy for details on how we handle your information.

Tiden LLC DBA Marine Squadron respects your privacy. By opting into our SMS messaging service, you agree to the following terms regarding how we handle your data:
  • Data Collection: We will collect your name, email address, mailing address, and mobile phone number when you sign up for SMS updates. The information will be collected via SMS once the customer provides opt in consent by texting START, YES to the phone number (888) 373-7755.
  • Data Usage: We use your data solely for replying to customer questions and inquiries.
  • Data Security: We protect your data with secure storage measures to prevent unauthorized access.
  • Data Retention: We retain your information as long as you subscribed to our SMS service. You may request deletion at any time.
  • Contact Tiden LLC DBA Marine Squadron at (888) 373-7755 or mail@marinesquadron.com for HELP or to STOP receiving messages.
  • MESSAGES AND DATA RATES MAY APPLY: Your mobile carrier may charge fees for sending or receiving text messages, especially if you do not have an unlimited texting or data plan.
  • Messages are recurring, and message frequency varies.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of the SMS list at anytime by texting, emailing, or replying STOP or CANCEL to mail@marinesquadron.com or (888) 373-7755. After unsubscribing, you will receive a final SMS to confirm you have unsubscribed and we will remove your number from our list within 24 hours.
  • You can send HELP for additional assistance, and you will receive a text including our Phone number, email and website. We are here to help you.
  • Non-Sharing Clause: We do not share your data with third parties for marketing purposes. Tiden LLC DBA Marine Squadron will not sell, rent, or share the collected mobile numbers.
Whatsapp Text Message Rapid Response Duty Officer