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Example of Why-Why Analysis:

Problem: Oil leaks from cylinder rod each time it


operates.
Why Answer Action
Why did it leak? Cut in O-ring. Replace O-ring.
Why was it cut? Rod has a scratch. Remove scratch.
Why was it scratched? Chips were scattered and Take measures to prevent
attached on the rod. chips from scattering.
Why did chips get Cylinder is located within Change cylinder position.
attached? scattering range of chips.
Rod cover is not placed. Install cover.
Why is rod placed in that Defective design and Standardize design and
position? installation. installation.
Why no cover?

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