In an exemplary embodiment, a system is provided that includes one or more sensors and a processor. The one or more sensors are configured to at least facilitate obtaining sensor data as to a vehicle. The processor is coupled to the one or more sensors, and is configured to at least facilitate receiving a request for service of a braking system of the vehicle; and upon receiving the request, automatically initiating the service of the braking system of the vehicle using the sensor data, in accordance with instructions provided by the processor.