I think I may have two issues. I have a '98 v70xc and I am getting the ABS/Tracs light and I think my brake booster may be failing/failed. I got the car in 2001 and had the dealership replace the ABS module after it malfunctionedin 2001. Had I known about rebuilt units back then I probably would have gone that route. Anyway, I paid the dealership to replace it and now it seems to be going on the blink again. I suppose this is what I get for replacing a defective factory part with a defective factory part. I'd appreciate some feedback from anybody that has had success getting their module rebuilt.
Issue number two. My brakes feel 'wooden' and spongy. I have newer pads and rotors (about 10-12k miles on them) but the brakes feel like they have lost their power. It feels like there is no hydraulic assistance. I imagine this is what it must feel like to drive an old model T. Lots of braking pressure is required compared to how they used to be. Any thoughts?

 

Is the Pedal Hard?

It it is just Spongy it may need Bleeding.

 

yeah, I would say the pedal is hard. It takes a lot more force (from my leg) to stop the car.

 

Maybe the booster is bad if they feel really hard.