How to Repair A Broken Floor Jack That Won't Lift

How to Fix a broken jack that won't lift under load or leaks! In this video, I will be showing you the universal fix for a broken floor jack that won't lift my car anymore. I will show you how to bleed your jack as well as stop the jack from leaking and refill the hydraulic oil.
Don't throw away your out-of-warranty floor Jack I will be working on a Pittsburgh 1.5-ton floor jack but this will work on any floor jack to my knowledge including 2-ton and 3-ton jacks.
My jack would only lift a few inches before I fixed it and now it will lift my car again.
I also show you how to fix leaky jacks with either Stop Leak or a new O-ring. This will work with Sears, Craftsman, Walker, Lincoln, Hein Werner, Matco, Snap-on, and any other hydraulic Jack
SKU List: 2015, 2150, 328.12000, 328.12001, 328.12002, 328.12020, 328.12040, 328.12041, 328.12160, 328.12170, 71200, AM0226F, AM200F, AM200MF, TM200F, TM200MF, YM150M 64545, 64552, 64832
The tools I used in the video are easy to find but you can check out my links below if you need anything.
O-Rings: amzn.to/3PlevPc (Note: you will want to purchase the one for your jack from the list to ensure fitment)
Rags: amzn.to/32v4Ri8
Phillips Head Screwdriver: amzn.to/2SmVqgg
Flat Head Screwdriver: amzn.to/2SoN1c3
Hydraulic Jack Oil: amzn.to/3CyIxHH
Jack In The Video: amzn.to/2JSgNls
DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

[@fuzzyh3378]

Excellent video without all the bs on other jack repair videos ,plane and simple love it!

[@JosephToddYT]

I hate all the bs from people trying to get more ad revenue so I don't do it I don't care if it makes less revenue I do youtube because I like to help people. I'm glad the video helped you man!

[@r.joseph8911]

@@JosephToddYT gonna fix an old floor jack for my soon-to-be-driving son, thank you again!

[@lelandmisael2425]

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[@deanjoe3095]

@Leland Misael instablaster :)

[@basik1dotcom]

pro tip: on the last bleed push the handle to the ground before inserting the drain bolt. This allows enough space in the cylinder for the handle to be parallel to the ground with the jack let out all the way.

[@JOakay]

gonna use this, thank you

[@dathip]

about to do this tomorrow bossman. Thanks!

[@johnjkizer6399]

Hey boss I have the same cheap jack but after bleeding and filling up with jack oil it will still not extend all the way when lifting a car but without a car it goes up fine, I’m about to replace the 2 plunger o rings but if that doesn’t work as well what should I check or replace next. Thanks for your time

[@targesprott3422]

Thx another man you just save me some money 😂 I was heading to Harbour freight to get a new jack this morning

[@myvws2]

​@@targesprott3422Price of those things have gone from $59 to $99 haven't they? 🤬

[@w.c.6678]

You JUST taught an OLD man a NEW Trick! Thank you.

[@jpfoh]

Thanks for video! Remember to ALWAYS use a jack stand, never rely on the jack alone while you’re underneath your vehicle.

[@JosephToddYT]

Good tip!

[@veganwally]

I can't thank you enough! I brought mine to a pro-shop they said it wasn't worth fixing. After watching your video it's fixed.

[@ponytail1973]

Finally someone with a heart of gold to help the wiry mind to ease, thank you brother an bless always.

[@JosephToddYT]

Thank you! I am glad I could help!

[@independenttntn3276]

Thanks. My hydraulic jack died without warning, I needed it badly, and your video helped me get it working again in short order. Great video, short and to the point!

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm glad it helped you!

[@DisgustedGenXr]

I actually knew this and had forgotten over the years. Great video. And as the other comment says, bring handle all the way down on final bleed

[@rromero1318]

I did this to my jack. And it worked. Thanks for the tip.

[@rjwilliams3846]

Thanks a million! The manual for this exact jack in the video incorrectly instructs you to bleed through the fill hole (which is how you do it on most hydraulic jacks). 3 unsuccessful attempts to bleed via the fill hole, where it would only take 10-15 drops oil. The bleed screw was the key. Took 1/3 bottle of hydraulic oil. No wonder it wouldn't go above 50%. Works great now. Well done video. Easy to see everything and useful narration/explanation.

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm so glad I could help! I hope you have a great day!

[@kenhilson786]

I think that bleed hole and fill hole are one and the same.

[@mab123080]

Were the springs in back functioning after you put 1/3 of bottle in it? I have the same one but can’t get it right

[@rjwilliams3846]

@@kenhilson786 Not on this model.

[@rjwilliams3846]

@@mab123080 Yep, Springs worked. Assume you opened the bleeder screw and pumped slowly to push out air and excess fluid if you overfilled?

[@bigbossman3877]

Thank you! I haven't used mine in several years for the same reason. I watched your video, got the jack out and simply bleed it. Works great!

[@Mr.Wonderfull]

Thank you very much. I just fixed my pittsburg 1.5 ton floor jack because of your video. Kudos

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm glad I could help! Good luck!

[@johnprljic9489]

Just bought the same model, so this video really makes it easy to know how to bleed and fill with oil. THANK YOU.

[@jefffulton3058]

Exactly what I needed! And straight to the point!

[@tcoradeschi]

"I didn't trust it to not fall on me". That's always true. If you own a floor jack, you should also own (and use) jack stands. The jack should never be used to support the car, only to raise it enough to put it on the jack stands.

[@isaiahsantiago1743]

Thank you so much man 🙏🏼 was struggling with a friend for awhile trying to bleed the jack he just bought it was a different jack bigger one but we did everything you did in this video and we got it working great vid 👍🏼

[@SSMenace49]

World needs a few more guys like you. Thanks for the video!

[@JosephToddYT]

I appreciate that!

[@genecurrivan2799]

Just fixed my 25 year old Chinese floor jack as per your instruction... ACE!

[@SeanMalseed]

Exactly what I was looking for, and right to the point. Thanks!

[@TheVargas777]

Dude you the man. I almost threw mine away and was going to get another. But after bleeding it and filling the oil it worked great. Thanks you saved me $100

[@ceed2638]

That was one of the best explained, well spoken and straightforward videos on this topic I have seen. I really appreciate it and you helped me out to get my floor jack back in working condition

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you!

[@JOakay]

so straightforward , love it. you don't need 20 minutes to explain this ! i'm gonna take mine apart to fix them o-rings, it couldn't even lift me, and my 90 kg body haha. so bad.

[@JosephToddYT]

People drag out the videos to fit more ads so they can make more off each click. I don't believe in that because I hate when other people do it. I'm glad the video helped you man! I would go get a gasket set on amazon or harbor freight for like 10 bucks and use those cause sizing them is hard. Good luck man!

[@richardlane5996]

Have the same jack,stopped working 2 yr after buying so i had 3 jacks not working..but now …after trying other ways from youtube…nice 4 working floor jacks…thanks to you….job well done

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm happy I could help and have fun with your 4 working floor jacks!

[@jessecarpenter6434]

Preciate the help man. Bout to fix my 2 ton jack. Your the first video I found. Glad I didn’t have to search for hours like with other things

[@JosephToddYT]

No problem man I'm glad I could help you out. Good luck man!

[@soamericanrad]

Thanks. you just save me more than a 100 dollars!!!! saved my 20 years old Craftsman floor jack with your help.Thanks again.

[@JosephToddYT]

Awesome I'm glad i could help! Good luck!

[@r.joseph8911]

Thanks for your time and the very direct approach! Every YT how-to can learn from your example 😎😎😎

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks man I hate it when youtube videos drag on and on just as much as you do. I try my best to fast forward the boring stuff and only say what I need to.

[@had1223]

Thanx to this vid I fixed my floor jack. I know nothing of the mechanics of these things and kost videos were made by people who probably assume the viewer already knows certain things. But you went thru the basics. Thank you!

[@JosephToddYT]

No problem! Glad it worked for you!

[@Arthursrc]

Thanks. I fixed my Cornwell blue monster jack with your video

[@TheZiggZaggShow]

Thanks for the video! I just fix my prolift by doing this! Great video!

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad I could help!

[@zee_nyc]

Thank you for this. Was wondering how to bleed mine.

[@keyballa]

Thank you for the video. I have the same exact jack and this video helped refill the fluid and now it works fine. Thanks again!

[@JosephToddYT]

No problem! I'm glad I could help! Good luck with it!

[@mab123080]

Did yours have a problem with one of the sides not sprinting back out ? How much fluid did you need to add?

[@whocares4464]

Great video. Informative, detailed, quick to the point. New sub here because so many of these kinds of videos are a crap but this is great

[@lexuses3942]

Great video, I have the same jack and had the same problem. Glad I watched this before I bought a new one

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm glad it helped you!

[@tboneng4175]

Simple fix and thank you so much. I just fixed mine and saved me tons of money.

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad I could help!

[@johnesquivel8048]

Thanks for the video it was very informative and the best part was that you kept it simple and to the point, I've alot of videos on utube but yours was the very best, thanks

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad it was helpful! I hate videos that go slow just to show you more ads so I refuse to do it.

[@rosendocastillo7444]

Great video. Just fixed my 3 Ton floor jack 👍👍

[@JosephToddYT]

Nice man! Happy to help!

[@bulmarogomez1284]

I just finished changing the breaks on my f150. I was able to jack it up and put the rear end on jack stands. Now I can't get the jack to lift it up. I am pretty sure this is the way to fix the issue with my jack. I appreciate you taking the time to film this and make a great video at that.

[@JosephToddYT]

No problem man! I hope it helped you out! Thanks for the kind words! Just trying to make youtube a little better.

[@nancysmith9487]

Thank yous for sharing.... nice job on car jack repair

[@TangoOne]

I need to try this, my jacks usually last a year before they stop lifting and I usually just trash it and buy a new one.

[@billjenkins687]

I have two dead jacks. Will try tomorrow. My Discount Tire guy told me NOT to buy a new jack, but just top off the oil. Hence, I watched your video. Thank You! SUBBED

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm happy anytime I see someone saving money from the video! No problem!

[@stoker20]

Perfect for everyone who threw away the instructions for that jack.

[@JosephToddYT]

Everyone throws them away haha

[@thurm101]

Great video. I bought a floor jack really cheap. I think this will fix it right up. The guy said that it no longer held the car up.

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm glad the video helped you! Let me know if it fixed your issue! Thanks for watching!

[@user-2Hteyasizyc]

I LOVE YOU! ha. KZbin rules for those few who love to learn and diy our entire craft and save thousands of dollars.

[@johnjohnsont142]

Tip on harbor freight jacks. After purchase, remover all fasteners, one at a time, apply loc tite and reinstall. If you don't, you'll have to retighten them for the life of the jack.

[@MattSeals]

Wow because this is very great job! Congrats and keep it up.

[@JosephToddYT]

Thanks man! I hope it helped!

[@waltschannel7465]

I haven't tried it yet on my Pittsburg jack, but makes total sense.

[@joeycovarrubias9095]

Right on man saved me $$ was about to buy a new one! Awesome video.

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad I could help!

[@dennissmith7214]

Holy shit gonna try this when I get home, my hack doesn’t leak or nothing it just doesn’t go up all the time like it’s no pressure in it unless I hit it with a hammer(literally)😳.........was about to buy another but maybe this will work?! 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@blkfxbb327]

I was just about to throw away my jack gonna have to try this first hopefully it works my dad gave it to me and have used it over the years 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@JosephToddYT]

Let me know how it goes for you! Good luck!

[@busterbaker8820]

as said below, excellent. to the point. Gonna give it a try before I look at pump o rings.

[@anthonyespinoza5340]

Thank you worked like a charm

[@theskiboy721]

Thx Bud Ijust fixed 2 of my floor Jack's, did what u said both work got o rings and Jack fluid at Harbor Freight

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm really happy for you man! I'm glad I could help!

[@Superado2006]

Those screws just use regular O rings, there not special in any way? Just want to make sure before I repair my old HF jack. Thanks.

[@victorbarco3227]

Good job really good explanation

[@mattwaters6987]

Thanx for sharing!👍

[@shaunguanco2764]

Thank you for making this video!!!!!!!!!

[@JosephToddYT]

You are so welcome!

[@icejunki]

Excellent, thank you. Well done.

[@JosephToddYT]

Happy to help! Thanks and well done to you if you followed it and got yours working!

[@kanibis420]

Perfect , I was getting ready to buy a new Jack .

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad I could help you not have to buy a new one!

[@donaldo1961]

Bro! Thank you for the video.I couldn’t do my brakes today but tomorrow my huge suburban will get brakes😍

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm glad I could help man! Good luck with your suburban!

[@TheSilmarillian]

Great explanation hello from Australia

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm glad I could help! Hello back from Las Vegas!

[@robertturpin1397]

Awesome video. Thank you for sharing!

[@JosephToddYT]

Thanks for watching!

[@kylethomas3477]

Thanks so much for this video, excellent work!!

[@JosephToddYT]

You're very welcome!

[@silviokawakami3906]

Thx man! I’m newbie and was forgetting to pump out the air first!

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad I could help!

[@kennyb2497]

Thanks for the vid. My jacks oil was jet black with flakes of metal in it so I ended up dumping the whole thing before refilling

[@sylviahodges5946]

Our is a Craftsman floor jack found two screws on each side like the ones that on your floor jack between the screw where you fill it with the fluid.

[@gholamjelvani7852]

great job . thank you.

[@badger7015]

thanks for your cut to the chase presentation. no extra crap or sell jobs added.

[@JosephToddYT]

No problem 👍

[@jonathanlopez4475]

Amazing video simple and nice

[@raymooney6506]

Great video n great job of explaining it

[@srt8310]

Just fixed my Pittsburgh rapid pump jack. Would only pump like half way up. Flushed everything refill fresh oil now pumps like new thanks 😎

[@JosephToddYT]

Awesome! I'm glad it worked for you!

[@mikejoseph4720]

great vid my man ...can't thank you enough

[@reginaldharrison8650]

Great video well explained and simple to understand just like Chris Fix well done

[@JosephToddYT]

Haha biggest compliment I could get I love chris fix!

[@Alan_Edwards]

I am about to give this a try with my Craftsman floor jack. Only pumps for about 10% of the handle stroke. It really only worked correctly for a short time and I eventually gave up using it years ago. But the one I've been using broke, so I need to get this one working again to do some front end work on my truck. Plus it's basically a new jack. I tried just adding more oil a couple of years ago, which helped a tad, but never thought about bleeding it....only makes sense. Why did I not think of that LOL. This video gave me hope. I will come back and update my comment if (hopefully when) it works.

[@JosephToddYT]

That's what this one was doing. It probably just has some air in the system like mine did. Let me know if the video helps fix yours! I'm no professional at this but I figured it would be the same deal as the motorcycles I've bled brake lines on.

[@CJdriftZ]

Very helpful was thinking the jack was junk but will try this first.

[@JosephToddYT]

Good luck!

[@Optima2006]

I am about to buy a new 3 tons lift cause my 10 years one won't lift anymore..........glad to find this video and I am going home and try to fix it, hope it does fit it...thanks.

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad I could help!

[@mossymaple]

Thank you for this explanation. I've had the 2 ton & 3 ton from HF and the 3 ton moves extremely slow compared to 2ton. Hopefully bleeding air and adding fluid remedies it.

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm glad it helped! I wish you the best of luck!

[@alufelgaa]

What a video, I actually have got same jack, but orange. And accidentally bleed a little oil and it not work properly. Will do later on mine one and let you know how did it go.

[@Nomadcreations]

Thanx Good to The point info! & I didnt know the 2 Screw Situation Either previously. Appreciated.

[@JosephToddYT]

No problem!

[@TylerStoner]

Just got done with a truck project using a leaky jack. So frustrating! Thanks for the vid! Gonna service mine tomorrow!

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm glad I could help I know it's a nightmare trying to work with a leaky one! Good luck!

[@igorbarbarossa]

In case this doesn't work for you, here's some wisdom. Check the two cylinders at the back of the jack, under the picot point of the handle. There are two spring loaded cylinders there. In my case one was stuck pressed in. I bled the jack 3 times whole my car was on jack stands without a way to get it off. I pries the cylinder and the jack worked like new

[@darrellroush1733]

Very nice video 👍 Good information!

[@JosephToddYT]

Thanks man! Have a good one!

[@olenaerhardt7725]

I have exactly same Floor Jack (Pittsburgh). It lifted not that high, and I usually used a wooden block 4x4 to lift higher. I always thought that is how high that Jack can lift, but now I think I might need to inspect and adjust it in the way it was done in this great and very detailed film. Thank you very much. Update: I inspected that Floor Jack: There was enough oil, I added a bit, and bleeded some air (though it seems after every use it accumulate a bit air every time you raise the jack. I assume it is normal), but in general everything was fine. It was just I thought it doesn't lift high enough, I would buy another higher jack, but those are very heavy. But I feel so much more confident after this inspection following the film, bcs I always can inspect and monitor my Floor Jack from now on. The film is really helpful. Thank you again.

[@vtyler18]

What size jack and what kind of vehicle is it? Your jack might just be too small if you have a truck or suv

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@@vtyler18 Thank you. I have small low profile jack Pittsburgh fm/Harbor Freight. It is Al. Those which lift higher are too heavy for me. And I have no problem to lift on the same height as those taller via combination of 1 or sometimes 2 of 4x4 wooden blocks. Do you happen know, if you can switch fm/ Park to Neutral, if the transmission fluid is drained? I need to replace CV Axle, and want to drain before. I'm researching for that answer. The car is 2001 Saturn SL2 (small passenger car). Thank you again.

[@drjohnpryme5511]

I have the same one and same problem! Thanks.

[@effietheyoutuber7828]

Great job !

[@JosephToddYT]

Thanks! I hope it helped you!

[@daviddejesus5869]

I also have a 2 ton jack and I think I may have overfilled it because it takes a bit more effort to lift the jack, any tips? Thanks for the video!

[@peak9133]

I Thought That It was A Stream...But Still,The Video Was Great👌

[@JosephToddYT]

I'm about to start streaming in a minute! I hope the notification goes out!

[@jesseb5447]

Nice!!! I have almost the same model (Low Profile 3 ton Pittsburgh)... I've only used it 3-5 times since I bought it, 8 months ago and it started doing the same thing... I'm hoping the fix is as simple as this... Bout to go give it a run and will update... Thanx in advance...

[@JosephToddYT]

It will work with basically any jack! Let me know how it goes! It should be easy :)

[@jesseb5447]

Mine is actually a Heavy Duty 3 ton w Rapid Pump (if it makes a difference)... It didn't work, at all, sadly... I replaced all the fluid and made sure there were no bubbles, but it changed nothing...It was doin the same thing yours was and like I said, I've only used it a few times so it has to be som'n simple...

[@JosephToddYT]

It could still have air in the line. It's the same thing basically as a brake line. You can't get force out of your car brakes if there's air in the system because the air compresses instead of moving the piston. You probably have a bad seal on one of the bolts then and just need a new little rubber o ring.

[@kevinfades]

Ppl take so good and shit about craftsman it’s funny how they all say harbor is better over craftsman

[@jesseb5447]

@GORILLA PIMP Gave up... I'm actually considering white-trashing it... (Go buy a brand new one, put the old one in the box and return it)... I figure for the price I paid, I should've got more use out of this product... than 3 uses...

[@Bulldog44s]

Great video. I have a really old large truck jack that I got at a tag sale. It works but it’s very difficult to turn the handle so that it raises and lowers my cars. How do you fix it so that so that it locks in place and lowers without me having to get three guys to help lower the Jack?

[@moonboy2691]

Thanks man I got mine to work

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad I could help!

[@kowalski363]

Great video

[@morpius-nwo7385]

great video thanks for demo ...

[@JosephToddYT]

No problem man! Happy to help!

[@tomknud]

Great video, thanks

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad you liked it!

[@tonganhorsepower]

Thank you sir.

[@MrSicwitit2008]

I have the same model mine goes all the way up but slowly goes down when jacking it all the way up. All help appreciated

[@RelateGREAT]

Thanks man!

[@sylviahodges5946]

What I need to know l is which one of the screws is the one that's filled with the fluid. Does it matter if our craftsmen is a two ton or more being yours was one n half ton. Plz let me know ASAP. Thank you

[@donotwantahandle1111]

I need to do this!

[@carsonnguyen4423]

I didn’t see the link or part number for the o ring gasket. Could you provide it ? Thanks!

[@kaygeemusic5077]

thank you!

[@1337xd]

thanks brother gonna try this tomorrow

[@JosephToddYT]

Did it work for you?

[@1337xd]

yes sir turns out i had some air in there and also had to fill more oil now it work perfect@@JosephToddYT

[@daviddarkside1079]

Thanks great video

[@JosephToddYT]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@nathansummers6831]

If my jack is leaking. Assuming it’s the o ring / gasket. Do you need exact fit gasket or around size of the screw would work

[@BadUncleIke]

Thanks, now they are $100, good job.