Is a small air bubble in my hydraulic line OK?

[TheOtherLine]

After installing my APilot, bleeding the lines and adding more Seastar fluid, I noticed a small bubble in the line between the AP pump and where the lines go into the helm.

Do I need to worry about this? Steers just fine. AP works just fine.

If it must be removed, any quick fixes or does the whole line need to be bled again?

 

[MaxOut]

Are you talking about the clear line that came with the A/P and connects to the center of the steering pump?

If so it is normal to see air bubbles in this line. This is a return line and not a high pressure line. As long as you bled the system well initially you are OK. Keep an eye out for any leaks and check fluid frequently for a while to make sure all is tight.

 

[TheOtherLine]

Are you talking about the clear line that came with the A/P and connects to the center of the steering pump?

If so it is normal to see air bubbles in this line. This is a return line and not a high pressure line. As long as you bled the system well initially you are OK. Keep an eye out for any leaks and check fluid frequently for a while to make sure all is tight.

Yes, I am. Thanks. Been watching for leaks and so far, so good.