2002 Ford Escort Hard cold start

2002 FORD ESCORT
130,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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My Escort needs a very long time cranking before it will start. Most of the time I will turn the ignition 2 or 3 times to get it to start. After it starts it runs great. It will restart just fine if I have not let it sit for too long.
Sep 5, 2009 at 12:47 PM
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Check and test the engine coolant temperature sensor and fuel pressure
Sep 5, 2009 at 1:06 PM
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