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The power unit of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) must be equipped with a fire extinguisher that is properly filled, securely mounted on the vehicle, and located so that it is readily accessible for use.
These requirements apply to CMVs operating in interstate commerce.
Power units of CMVs must be equipped as follows:
The extinguisher must be designed, constructed, and maintained to permit visual determination of whether it is fully charged.
Exceptions. The fire extinguisher requirements do not apply to the driven unit in a driveaway-towaway operation.