Fire Extinguisher

CAUTION:

When installing the fire extinguisher in front of the front seats, the handle for the fire extinguisher must be turned to the left (looking towards the front of the car).

Fig 1: Remove Fire Extinguisher From Mounting

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Remove the fire extinguisher from the mounting.

Fig 2: Holder And Self Tapping Screws

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Fig 3: Remove Handle By Compressing Ends

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Applies to the V40 with manual seats from chassis number 415 000 inclusive

Raise the left-hand front seat to the highest point
Remove the handle (2) by compressing the ends (1)
Ensure that the rubber washer (3) does not come loose.

Fig 4: Screw Bracket Into Place In Existing Holes In Front Of Seat Frame

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Applies to the V40 with manual seats from chassis number 415 000 inclusive

Screw the bracket (1) into place in the existing holes in the front of the seat frame. Tighten to 10 Nm (8 lbf. ft.)
Install the new handle (3)
Ensure that the rubber washer (4) is in the correct position
Install the holder (2) on the bracket (1).

Fig 5: Install New Handle

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Applies to the V40 with manual seats from chassis number 415 000 inclusive

Raise the driver's seat to its highest point.
NOTE:
The fire extinguisher must be mounted under the left seat on V40 models, even on right-hand drive cars.

Applies to manual seats for all models

Release the catches (1). Remove the handle (2)
Install the new handle (3).

Fig 6: Screw Bracket Into Place In Existing Holes In Front Of Seat Frame

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Applies to the V40 with manual seats from chassis number 415 000 inclusive

Screw the bracket (1) into place in the existing holes in the front of the seat frame. Tighten to 10 Nm (8 lbf. ft)
Install the holder (2) on the bracket (1).

Applies to all car models

Position the fire extinguisher in the holder. Hook the tensioner in the eyelet, tighten the strap and lock
Read the fire extinguisher instructions.