Hi all, would appreciate a bit of newb advice here. I own a 4th gen gs450h (12 plate) that has been unused for around 3-4 weeks due to the lockdown.
I tried to start it yesterday but had a problem with the battery. To begin with the alarm went off when I opened the drivers door using the keyless entry even though the central locking did unlock.
The alarm stopped once I turned the car on using the start/stop button with my foot on the brake. The dashboard lights also came on but the car didn't start ie the READY light didn't come on. It also said unable to disengage parking brake (or words to that effect).
As above, I presume its due to a depleted 12v battery. Would you agree?
If so, what would you say is the best course of action? I don't own a battery charger so will need to buy one. I don't have access to a socket near the car so it would need to be portable. Anything I should aim for or avoid when it comes to buying one?
Alternatively I could ask my neighbour to jump start and then I go on a drive but would like to avoid if possible (I don't own jump leads).
Thanks in advance.
Edit: I appreciate there are some tips earlier here about keeping a battery charged during lockdown but wasn't sure if a.) the battery was definitely the issue and b.) the recommended way to remedy it. Thanks
