2003 escape starting problem

I have a 2003 Escape I bought used a little over a year ago with 25K. Once in a while, it will not start in the morning. It will crank but not turn over. When I try again to start it, I have to give it gas and it will catch after about 5 seconds. Any suggestions?

how does it run when it does start? rough, smoke?

how does it run when it does start? rough, smoke?

Smooth as silk.

i have seen tps sensors do the exact same thing.have it testad.

i have seen tps sensors do the exact same thing.have it testad.
What's a tps sensor?

tps means throttle position sensor.

tps means throttle position sensor.
Thanks, will do.

It could also be the IAC valve.

Look at the Idle air control valve (IAC). Like he said...

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