You've found a perfect space for parallel parking. What should you do before stopping to park?

• Check your mirrors before you stop, and signal to the right to warn other drivers.
  Explanation:

  "Check your mirrors before you stop, and signal to warn other drivers before you stop to park parallel to another car. "
• Assume other drivers can see you're looking for a parking spot.
• Stop abruptly right in front of the empty space.
• Honk your horn to warn other drivers.