start by checking the master cylinder break booster by unplugging the vacuum hose connecting it to the intake manifold and capping it, if it starts easier you might have an internal failure in the booster. If not, check for leaks in the hose its self and manifold leaks.
Light is usually comes on, when there is a problem with pressure in brake lines. Inspect the brake fluid level, and check for leaks.
Try bleeding your brakes. If there is air in the system it can give a spongy feeling to your brake pedal and require you to pump your brakes and/or put your brake pedal to the floor.
In troubleshooting a Chevy S-10 brakes, first check any leaks by the wheel. It may come from the wheel cylinder or from the caliper. Also check the brake fluid pipes for possible leaks that affect the brakes.
Common brake problems on a 97 Chrysler Sebring can be caused by leaks, worn pads, and stuck calipers. Check your brake system as problems can cause a serious accident.
the master cylinder is whats bad
if the vehicle has a low brake pedal, check for brake fluid leaks, or out of adjustment brakes. if it is just low on fluid, check for worn out brake linings.
The brake fluid is hydraulic fluid, transmitting the force from the master cylinder and servo, to the brake shoes or pads. If it leaks away, the brakes will not work. The leak MUST be identified and rectified, and the hydraulic system refilled and bled properly.
Make sure there are no fluid leaks getting on the brake linings' Make sure all brakes are working and are adjusted properly Make sure brakes are wearing equally
broken inner seals on your brake's master cylinder
Could be low brake fluid or just worn brakes in need of replacement. Could also be a faulty master cylinder.
These two problems are not related check alternator and battery again then check wiring grounds and relays brake light is on because brake fluid is low check brakes for wear and check brake lines master cylinder and wheel cylinders for leaks
Motor vehicle brakes are usually hydraulic, which means that the brake pedal is basically a pump. pushing the brake pedal pumps some brake fluid through pipes and hoses out to the brakes at the wheels, activating the brake pads. The pipes and hoses are also referred to as "lines", and they can spring leaks if they get too old, damged and worn.