2005 Ford Explorer Starting up

2005 FORD EXPLORER
75,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RONKAM
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For the past 2 months here in cold Utah, my Ford Explorer won't start when I first turn the ignition key, but it always starts on my second attempt, and starts every time later in the day. Is this a problem with my battery, or with the starter?
Feb 8, 2010 at 8:58 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Start simple. Are the battery terminals clean and tight?
Feb 11, 2010 at 5:01 AM
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