Venturing across the vast, treacherous deserts of Arrakis in Dune: Awakening demands a reliable mode of transport, and for many, the Sandbike is their first choice. However, many players have started to encounter an issue when making their first bike. Specifically, due to this bug, your vehicle refuses to accept fuel, which can leave you stranded and vulnerable to the dangers of the deep desert. While Funcom is continuously patching the game, this is a common issue players have reported and is still not fixed. That said, if you too are encountering the same, consider reading this guide for workarounds.
Dune: Awakening is an open-world, massively multiplayer online (MMO) survival game set within the iconic world of the Dune films. Players seem to be enjoying the game so far, though numerous bugs and glitches have spoiled the experience. One such issue is the “Unable to Fuel Bike” bug, which occurs when you attempt to refuel your Sandbike by holding the interact button (F by default) and trying to select the fuel option on the interaction wheel. The wheel might appear, but the option to add fuel remains unselectable or simply doesn’t register. While a permanent fix from Funcom is still anticipated as the game continues to evolve, players have found several workarounds that often resolve the “Unable to Fuel Bike” bug. That said, continue reading for more details.
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Dune Awakening Unable to Fuel Bike: Is there any fix yet
Check Vehicle Assembly
This is the most common cause making players face this issue. Before attempting to fuel, ensure your Sandbike is fully and correctly assembled. Missing even one crucial component can prevent it from being fueled or ridden. To do this:
- Interact with the bike and go into its detailed UI/component screen (often the first option on the interaction wheel). At the bottom of this screen, it should tell you exactly what components are missing.
- Many players have found they were missing the Processing Unit (PSU) or the Engine. You might have crafted an engine for a contract or simply overlooked installing a key component.
- If a part is missing, craft it and use your welding torch to attach it. You might also want an Inventory Module for storage.
Verify Correct Fuel Cells
The game has different “fuel” items, and it’s easy to get them confused. You specifically need Small Vehicle Fuel Cells or Medium Vehicle Fuel Cells in your inventory to refuel vehicles. These are crafted in a Small Chemical Refinery using raw Fuel Cells and Water.
Note: Do not confuse these with the small salvage pieces/resources (also sometimes called “fuel cells”) you pick up in the world from destroyed vehicles or crates. Those are raw materials, not usable fuel.
Store and Resummon Your Bike
If you have a Vehicle Backup Tool, use it to store your Sandbike in your inventory. Then, redeploy it. Some players have reported that resummoning the bike can reset its state and allow fueling.
Use a Controller (If Available)
A few PC players have mentioned that if they plug in and use a controller instead of the usual keyboard-mouse setup, the refueling option on the interaction wheel becomes selectable. This isn’t a long-term solution for mouse and keyboard players, but it can be a temporary workaround if you have a controller.
Update Graphics Drivers
This might sound far-fetched, but for one player on Steam, updating their Nvidia graphics driver unexpectedly fixed the refueling option. It’s possible that graphics driver issues can sometimes interfere with UI elements or interaction inputs. It’s always a good practice to keep your GPU drivers updated anyway.
These possible workarounds should have you geared up, your Sandbike ready to delve into the depths of Arrakis in Dune: Awakening. We hope you found this guide helpful. Make sure to visit DigiStatement daily for more such gaming updates.
