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I have a 2004 Odyssey with 118,000 it is not starting easily, sometimes pausing before starting. I don't think its the battery (pretty new) is it more likely the starter or alternator? It's only been acting this way for a couple of days if it is either one is it likley to last afew more days? what is the cost of each of the above?
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It sounds more like a battery problem. Did you see corrosion buildup around cables or posts? No matter what, Remove and clean both. Also could be corrosion buildup at cables where they are connected at the block and at the starter. Clean them both. Alway do the easy est checks first. If you have access to a battery tester, you might want to check your starting and charging systems. With tester connected to battery, crank engine over. If battery volts drop below 9volts, its a good indicator you may have a bad battery, loose alternator belt, or defective alternator. With tester connected to battery, start your car. With a good Alt., it will be charging from 13.5 to 14.5 volts. If the starter is the problem, as soon as you crank it over, you may see the volts drop below 6volts causing a direct short. Do these checks before going out and spending your hard earned money. If all else fails, RepairPal has a lot of shops you can check out. Hope this was helpfull. Goodluck