Hard time starting the engine up?

Tiny
BRAD LEHR
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  • 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 105,000 MILES
I have an 05' Corolla that I bought brand new. It currently has 105,000 miles on it. The car has always been a bit hard to start. It has never not started but sometimes I will have to crank it several times before it starts. Othertimes it will start right away. Does this year car have a fuel filter that can easily be changed? And have you heard of others having a similar problem? I did take it back to the dealer years back and they said it was due to the 10% ethanol now contained in the fuel and they said there was nothing they could do to correct the problem.
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Friday, October 16th, 2020 AT 10:04 AM (Merged)
Tiny
MMPRINCE4000
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It is due for a plug change at 105K. Use Denso or NGK Iridium.
I would check fuel pressure and change the fuel filter.

Cars built since the mid to early 80's have been designed to run on 10% ethanol, and while it does not contain the energy gasoline does, it should not cause starting problems.

Ask Toyota to start a new Corolla (with 10% ethanol) and see if it is hard to start, if not, then so much for their theory.
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Friday, October 16th, 2020 AT 10:04 AM (Merged)
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MANAN123
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Thanks for your kind comments sir. I will scan the codes as well.
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Friday, October 16th, 2020 AT 10:04 AM (Merged)
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ASHRAF_AK
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I have the same problem with my corolla 2005
if you fixed your problem pls. Help me ashraf_ak@hotmail. Com
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Friday, October 16th, 2020 AT 10:04 AM (Merged)
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RENEE L
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Here is a link to an article that features written instructions and pictures explaining how to do the scan yourself, also I have included a link to our YouTube channel with a how to video on code scanning. Most scanners are inexpensive to purchase, you can purchase one from Amazon.com. Once you have the codes please get back to us so we can further assist you. Thank you for visiting 2CarPros.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k
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