Volkswagen PASSAT 2013 Manual page 350

It is important to know where the fire extinguisher is stored, how to remove and how to use it before
you need it to put out a fire.
Please be sure to read the operating instructions and heed the other important information on the fire
extinguisher label before you have to use it in a later emergency.
Using the fire extinguisher
Release the retaining tab on the fire extinguisher bracket upward, in the direction of the arrow
⇒
f ig. 192.
Remove the fire extinguisher from the bracket.
Lift the lever on the fire extinguisher in the direction of the arrow
extinguisher canister.
While holding the fire extinguisher upright, direct the nozzle at the source of the fire.
Press the release in the direction of the arrow
Extinguish the fire from the bottom up.
Stop extinguishing the fire only when the flames are quenched.
If possible, have another fire extinguisher or other extinguishing agent available in case the fire
reignites!
Installing the fire extinguisher
Guide the fire extinguisher into the attachment straps.
Place the fire extinguisher on the bracket.
When locking the attachment strap, always make sure that the locking bars engage securely.
Fire extinguisher maintenance
Check the following on the fire extinguisher regularly:
Expiration date: do not exceed the expiration date on the fire extinguisher.
Pressure gauge: the needle ⇒
General inspection: make sure the components are secure and check for rust, dents or other
damage.
Intact tamper-resistant seal: shows that the fire extinguisher has not been used.
WARNING
A loose fire extinguisher in the passenger can be thrown around the passenger compartment
and cause serious personal injury during hard braking, an emergency maneuver or during a
crash
Always make sure that the fire extinguisher is properly and firmly secured in bracket
provided.
(B) to release the extinguishing agent.
f ig. 193 must be in the green area (ready for use).
(A) to break the seal on the