Greased Components, Clear Findings

Grease can protect moving components, but it can also make it harder to see what is happening around a bearing, joint, or drive. Condition checks are more useful when the surrounding area is understood clearly.

During service, clean observations help separate normal residue from signs of leakage, contamination, heat, or wear. The goal is not to add maintenance for its own sake; it is to understand condition and respond with the right work.