The shift lock release is generally a button that is built onto the lever. It allows the driver to lock the gear lever into a particular option. For example, when the driver parks the car, he/she can switch the lever into the parking option and lock it there. The lever cannot be moved until the shift lock is released. The shift lock is typically a button on top or on the side of the lever.
preposition, Also, towards. 1. in the direction of: to walk toward the river. 2. with a view to obtaining or having; for: They're saving money toward a new house. 3. in the area or vicinity of; near: Our cabin is toward the top of the hill.
also toÂ·wards. 1  In the direction of: driving toward home. 2  In a position facing: had his back toward me. 3  Somewhat before in time: It began to rain toward morning. 4  With regard to; in relation to: an optimistic attitude toward the future. 5  In furtherance or partial fulfillment of: contributed five dollars toward the bill.