Volkswagen PASSAT 2013 Manual page 351

WARNING
Improper use of the fire extinguisher can cause serious personal injury.
Never point or discharge the fire extinguisher at a person unless it is necessary.
Always keep the fire extinguisher out of the reach of children.
Never expose the fire extinguisher to direct sunlight.
Always make sure that the fire extinguisher is clean and ready to use, but never use
aggressive cleaners, clean the fire extinguisher only with a moist cloth.
Always stay at least 3 ft (1 m) away from a fire when using the fire extinguisher.
The contents of the fire extinguisher are under pressure, always handle it with care and
never subject it to impact or abuse.
Never try to open or repair the fire extinguisher, always leave work on the fire extinguisher
to a trained specialist.
If the fire extinguisher is damaged, corroded or cannot be used because it is too old, have
a trained specialist depressurize and dispose of the fire extinguisher properly.
WARNING
The fire extinguisher can only be used once and must then be replaced with a fire
extinguisher of the same kind and size.
The expiration date of the fire extinguisher is specified by law. The expiration date is
marked on the fire extinguisher housing.
Replace the fire extinguisher immediately after use or upon reaching its expiration date.
For safety reasons, the fire extinguisher must only be serviced or replaced by a trained
specialist. Please see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility with appropriate certification.
Read and follow the information contained in the labels on the fire extinguisher housing regarding
usage, maintenance and inspection intervals for the fire extinguisher.
Have the fire extinguisher checked regularly to help make sure that it will work when needed
(every 2 years is recommended).
Do not use fire extinguishers in the vehicle that have been partially used or that have expired.
Heed all applicable legal requirements.