How to Increase Fuel Mileage in a 1999 Jeep Wrangler
In a depressed economy, consumers are always searching for new ways to save money. Gasoline is a common commodity that is widely used and can have a significant impact on your personal budget. A popular method to save money is to take basic steps to increase the fuel mileage of your vehicle. One of the popular models of SUV that can see an improvement in fuel mileage is the 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
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Purchase a Jeep Wrangler that has fuel-efficient features to begin with. Things to look for include a four-cylinder engine, manual transmission, road tires instead of those designed for off-road travel, and an engine that runs on diesel fuel. If you already have a 1999 Jeep Wrangler, consider purchasing road tires for your vehicle if it has off-road tires. The off-road tires are not designed to maximize your fuel mileage.
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Check the tires of your Jeep to see the "PSI" rating. Fill them with enough air so that the air pressure in the tire is as close to its "PSI" rating as can be without going over. Maintain this level of tire inflation as often as possible, as under-inflated tires can have a negative impact on your Jeep's fuel mileage.
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Pour fuel injector cleaner into your gas tank and then fill your gas tank to the maximum level. Taking this step on a regular basis will help ensure your Jeep's fuel injectors do not become clogged and run more efficiently.
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Adhere to the posted speed limit when driving on the highway. When you exceed 60 miles per hour, the fuel efficiency of your vehicle will continue to decrease the more you speed.
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Coast while driving down hills. By taking advantage of gravity and your Jeep's current speed, you will decrease the amount of fuel required when driving down hills.
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