2016 Corolla not starting

[cor-ca]

I have the 2016 Corolla for 4 years running fine. During this shelter in place in California, I ook car out 4 times in 3 months. Last I took was 2 weeks back. Today it does not start.
- Lights, radio dashboard lights, LCD all turn on
- Cannot press brake all way down
- When I press Start button, it makes a screeching sound, but engine does not turn on
- Replaced battery of remote also. (this is keyless start model)

Any idea how to go about. Should I still jumpstart and see, could it be battery. Don't have cable, so thought of calling GEICO roadside help

Any tips appreciated
Thanks!

 

[Rock'n Roller]

How old is the battery? You could try and have someone jump you. It does sound like a battery issue, though. Vehicles are not meant to sit for extended periods of time, but I understand the situation. Every few days you should drive it a minimum of 10 miles on the freeway to charge the battery. Also, gas will go bad over an extended period without a gas stabilizer added to your fuel tank.

 

[jolly]

As Rock'n Roller say, sound like a weak/dead battery. In modern cars, battery is constantly solicited by various electronic/alarm even when the car just sit. The longer it sits without any driving, the weaker the battery gets. If it's any consolation, I've seen quite a few around here with the lock down. The harder to press brake pedal is a memorabilia of pre power-brakes era

 

[Roseabelle]

Well, you can check your battery. Turn on headlights. Look and see if they dim when trying to turn your key over. If they dim new battery needed.

 

[Dapsters]

Sounds like a battery for sure. You can buy a jump box from Walmart, they have one for $40 that says it jumps 4cyl and 6cyl by Stanley.. I got it for my grandpa's truck. It jumped a 5.0L v8 with a completely dead battery

But jumping a dead battery is bad for your alternator.. they're supposed to maintain a charge, not charge your battery. I would suggest getting the battery tested and buy a battery tender or charger for times when you aren't using the car.

Or perhaps just disconnect the battery when not in use, but on a modern car that could pose issues.. I use to disconnect my Jeep when not in use

 

[cor-ca]

will keep posted, i ordered a battery tester and a wrench in preparation for changing a battery. if battery tests comes as replacing battery, i will make a trip to costco to get a battery

 

[fishycomics]

I feel the bat just needs a boost, go ride, and keep a booster in the trunk

 

[cor-ca]

Changed battery, and car started fine, I used a tested and battery was almost dead. Hence all other symptoms, Got battery from Costco and got the older one recycled. Thanks all