How to Get the Best Gas Mileage for an 03 Jeep Liberty
When compared to larger sport-utility vehicles, the Jeep Liberty performs fairly well in the fuel efficiency department. This is due to the Liberty's smaller body design and the use of more economical engines. In 2003, two engines were available for the Jeep Liberty: a 2.4-liter and a 3.7-liter. A 2003 Liberty equipped with the 2.4 engine averaged 24 miles per gallon on the highway. A Jeep equipped with the larger 3.7-liter motor averaged between 21 and 22 mpg in highway driving. You can get the best gas mileage out of your Liberty by following some fundamental steps.
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Check the Liberty's tires regularly and keep them inflated. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, properly inflated tires may lead to a 3 percent improvement in gas mileage. For the best gas mileage, also make sure the tires are in proper alignment and that they're wearing evenly on all sides.
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Remove the roof carrier if one is equipped on your particular Jeep Liberty. The roof carrier increases weight, which hampers your ability to achieve the best gas mileage possible. If the roof rack is left in place, you may also feel the urge to use it. Doing so will add weight and alter the Liberty's aerodynamics for the worse. Also remove all other sources of extra, unneeded weight from the Liberty.
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Drive less aggressively in your Liberty. Aggressive driving usually involves speeding, along with abrupt braking and sudden bursts of acceleration. All of these actions place a greater strain on the Liberty's engine and waste gas. By slowing down and allowing for more space between yourself and the vehicle ahead of you, you maximize your gas mileage potential.
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Avoid idling, using the air conditioner and making extra trips. Allowing the Liberty's engine to idle for more than a couple minutes needlessly burns fuel. Switch the Jeep's ignition off instead. It's also helpful to switch off the air conditioner whenever it is not an absolute necessity. Finally, reduce the number of extra trips made in the Liberty. One trip to accomplish several errands is more economical than several separate trips made throughout the day.
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Wash and wax your Liberty. According to Edmunds.com, a clean and waxed vehicle will have better aerodynamics than a dirty, unwaxed vehicle. With better aerodynamics comes an improvement in overall gas mileage.
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