## Restoring Power to the Pumps Position a generator on the ground within range of the gas station so its power radius covers the pumps and building. Add gasoline to the generator, then turn it on. Once electricity reaches the station, the pumps become usable. Keep the generator fueled; it consumes gasoline steadily while running. If the generator is too far away or obstructed, the pumps remain inactive. ## Filling Gas Cans and Vehicles With power restored, equip an empty gas can and interact with any working pump to fill it. Repeat until the can is full or the pump runs dry. Full cans can be poured into vehicle tanks or other generators. Parked cars at the station may also be refueled the same way once the pumps are live. Always verify that the can or vehicle tank has free capacity before starting the transfer. ## Siphoning as a Backup Method If the pumps cannot be powered or have already been emptied, siphon remaining fuel from abandoned vehicles in the parking lot and surrounding streets. Equip a gas can, approach a car, and use the siphon option when available. This method works independently of station power and provides a reliable secondary source while you prepare a generator. ## Storage and Safety Considerations Store filled gas cans in a secure, fire-safe location away from open flames or generators. Generators themselves require regular refueling and can overheat or break if neglected. Noise from running equipment and vehicle engines increases zombie attraction, so work quickly and be ready to relocate. In multiplayer sessions, assign one player to guard while others handle the fuel transfer.
## Expanding Your Fuel Supply After securing Rosewood’s station, explore other gas stations in neighboring towns for additional reserves. Search residential garages, warehouses, and wrecked vehicles for spare cans. Maintaining multiple full cans and a backup generator ensures you can keep vehicles and base power running during longer expeditions. Regular map checks help identify unlooted stations before other survivors or the expanding zombie population claim them.
