Club Car Transporter XLC Fuel Pump Hose & Line Routing

The gasoline Club Car Transporter XLC people mover uses an electric EFI fuel pump with a pressurized supply line from the tank area to the EFI system. There is no crankcase pulse hose in the EFI pump circuit.

Club Car Fuel Hose Guide

Transporter XLC • Fuel pump hose routing

Electric EFI pumpPump type

Pressurized lineFuel supply

No pulse hoseEFI routing

ECH440 gasoline versionApplies to

Transporter XLC fuel-line routing at a glance

Fuel tankElectric pump / module

Pressurized EFI linePressure-rated supply

Injector / throttle bodyReceives pressurized fuel

Pump connector → power / ground / control

No pulse hose

EFI pump is electrically driven.

Use EFI-rated parts

Match hose, seals and connectors to the system.

Leak after service

Check O-ring, quick-connect and retainer.

Keep factory path

Avoid heat, abrasion and moving parts.

Pressurized EFIElectric pumpNo pulse hoseYear-specific fittings

How the Club Car Transporter XLC fuel lines are routed

Confirm the exact gasoline model year/engine and use the matching service or parts diagram before disconnecting the pressurized fuel line.

Relieve residual fuel pressure using the official procedure and disconnect battery power before opening the EFI fuel circuit.

Trace the pressurized supply from the tank-area electric pump toward the injector/throttle-body assembly; there is no crankcase pulse hose in this circuit.

Inspect quick-connect fittings, O-rings/seals and EFI-rated hose/line for damage, kinks or abrasion.

Preserve factory line clips and routing so the fuel line stays clear of exhaust heat, sharp edges and moving drivetrain components.

After reconnection and priming, inspect the pressurized line and tank/pump connection carefully for leaks before operating the vehicle.

Common Transporter XLC hose-routing mistakes

Low-pressure hose on EFI

Use EFI-rated hose, fittings and seals; low-pressure carburetor hose may be unsuitable.

Damaged quick-connect

A damaged retainer or O-ring can leak under pressure.

Kinked pressure line

A restriction can reduce fuel pressure and cause hesitation or no-start symptoms.

Poor factory routing

Lines or wiring routed near exhaust heat or moving parts can be damaged.

Transporter XLC fuel hose and line layout

Pump/system: Kohler ECH440 EFI electric pump.

Engine/system: Kohler ECH440 gasoline EFI.

Routing: Tank-area electric pump → pressurized EFI fuel line → Kohler EFI system.

Applies to: ECH440 gasoline version.

Model-specific note

Club Car's serial-prefix directory identifies the gasoline version with the ECH440 engine. Use EFI-rated line/fittings and the exact year-specific parts diagram.

Club Car Transporter XLC fuel hose FAQ

How is the Club Car Transporter XLC EFI fuel line routed?

On gasoline versions of the Club Car Transporter XLC people mover, the tank-area electric pump supplies the EFI system through a pressurized line toward the injector/throttle-body assembly.

Does the Club Car Transporter XLC EFI pump use a pulse hose?

No. The EFI pump is electrically driven, so it does not use the crankcase pulse hose found on older diaphragm-pump systems.

Can a kinked fuel line cause Club Car Transporter XLC problems?

Yes. A restricted pressurized line can reduce fuel delivery and cause hard starting, hesitation or power loss.

Can ordinary low-pressure hose be used on a Club Car Transporter XLC EFI system?

Use fuel line, fittings and seals rated for the exact EFI pressure and fuel type specified for the vehicle.

Why can a Club Car Transporter XLC fuel line leak after pump service?

Check the quick-connect, O-ring/seal, retaining clip and line condition. Do not operate the vehicle with a pressurized leak.

How should the Club Car Transporter XLC EFI fuel line be secured?

Preserve the factory clips and routing so the line remains clear of exhaust heat, sharp edges and moving components.

Verify with official documentation

Fuel-line routing, pump type, connectors and pressure requirements can vary by model year, engine and serial range. Before disconnecting or replacing any line, confirm the routing in the official owner, operator, parts or service manual for your exact Club Car Transporter XLC. For current documentation, visit the official manufacturer website.