Here are some quick tests to determine if your brake booster is still functioning properly:

1. With the engine stopped, depress the brake pedal several times, then depress the pedal hard and hold that pressure for 15 seconds. If the pedal sinks, the master cylinder, brake line or a brake caliper is faulty.

2. Start the engine with the pedal depressed. If the pedal sinks slightly, the vacuum booster is working. If the pedal height does not vary, the booster or check valve is faulty.

3. Depress the brake pedal with the engine running, then stop the engine. If the pedal height does not vary while depressed for 30 seconds, the vacuum booster is ok. If the pedal rises, the booster is faulty.

4. With the engine stopped, depress the brake pedal several times using normal pressure. When the predal is first depressed, it should be low. On consecutive applications, pedal height should gradually rise. If the pedal position does not vary, check the booster check valve.

5. Disconnect the brake booster vacuum hose at the booster. Start the engine and let it idle. There should be vacuum available. If no vacuum is available, the check valve is not working correctly. Replace the check valve and retest.