○ the Jeep TJ has been regarded as one of the most beloved generations of auto-manufacturing, period
○ Cd 0.58
○ A 2.5 L AMC 150 Inline-4 engine was available on entry-level models until 2002. The 2.4 L DOHC 4-cylinder engine previously used on the Chrysler PT Cruiser replaced it for 2003
○ Same 4.0 L AMC 242 Straight-6 used in the Cherokee and Grand Cherokee. the 4.0 is regarded as one of the best Chrysler 4x4 off-road engines.[25] A Motor Trend long-term test of a 1997 Cherokee XJ noted "this long-lived OHV powerplant has a reputation for getting people where they need to go" as well as "much love expressed by owners for the torquey 4.0-liter/190-horsepower inline six."[26] The engine is known for longevity, and can sometimes go more than 300,000 miles without rebuilding.
§ 190 hp at 4600 rpm and 235 lb⋅ft at 3200 rpm
○ In MY2003, the 3-speed automatic transmission 32RH was replaced with a 4-speed automatic with overdrive 42RLE . The overdrive can be turned off with a dash switch.
○ TJ reintroduced the circular headlights the classic Jeep models had been known for.
○ The radio bezels went from a rectangle to a rounded-edged rectangle for 2003.
○ Every body panel save for the doors and tailgate was new, and the body itself enjoyed a 100-percent increase in torsional stiffness.
○ The frame, too, was 15 percent stiffer, for an overall increase of about 33 percent
○ Instead of leaf springs, this updated Wrangler featured a modern coil-spring suspension, front and rear, based on that of the Jeep Grand Cherokee, for better ride and handling . Switching to coil springs not only enhanced the Wrangler’s ride quality, but it netted the off-roader a massive seven-inch increase in suspension articulation for both its front and rear solid axles.
○ For the 2003 model year, the Jeep Wrangler TJ received a mid-cycle restyling. On the exterior, there were new wheel designs to choose from, as well as new exterior decals. Under the hood, a new 2.4L "Power-Tech" Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) gas engine from the Jeep Liberty KJ producing 147 horsepower and 165 lb. ft. of torque replaced the 2.5L Inline Four-Cylinder (I4) gas engine that was shared with the Jeep Cherokee (XJ). A new off-road focused Rubicon model was introduced, The Ultradrive 42RLE automatic transmission became the sole automatic transmission regardless of engine choice. On the interior, a new steering wheel derived from the Jeep Grand Cherokee (WJ) was added, and interior switch gear was also revised. All audio systems were redesigned, and the standard audio system was now an A/M-F/M stereo radio with a cassette player (a single-disc CD player was also available, and a six-disc, in-dash CD changer replaced the previous remotely-mounted unit). A standard four-speaker audio system and optional seven-speaker premium audio system with a front center console-mounted subwoofer and amplifier were both available. Sirius Satellite Radio became available for the first time on the Wrangler. The seats were redesigned with new fabrics and improved comfort. The key was also redesigned with a new round head.
SAHARA
standard with 4.0 L, wider body colored fender flares, body colored rocker sills, and full steel doors. The Sahara also features exclusive decals, seats and trim. Standard features included an AM/FM stereo with cassette player and four speakers (later, a CD player replaced the cassette player, and seven premium speakers with center console-mounted subwoofer became standard), premium cloth seats, and alloy wheels. From 1996–2002 production, the seats were finished in a unique Camel/Forest Green color scheme. The Dana 44 rear axle and 3.73 axle ratio and 30-inch wheel and tire group were optional
