K.I.T.T.'s computer functions divide into three parts:
what K.I.T.T. is already programmed to do, such as his speaking
ability, what it can do on the spur of the moment and what
Bonnie can program it to do.
Since K.I.T.T. cannot take independent action unless on Surveillance Mode, any
functions it can perform in the field have to be directed by Michael. Some of
these functions include tapping into (via telephone lines) any computer.
SURVEILLANCE MODE
Inside the car, activated by vocal command from Michael. A kind of force field
in that K.I.T.T. can use this to detect any movement, person or vehicle within
a 100 yard radius.
AUTOMATIC PILOT
Inside the car, activated by either pressing a button on the dash or vocal command.
This allows K.I.T.T. to drive by itself.
DUAL MONITOR SCREENS
Basic equipment set up on the dash. Like any TV-video player, these perform
instant replay, zoom-ins, freeze frames, playbacks etc. Also K.I.T.T. can punch
up visuals on people, any kind of photographs, video maps or displays, etc.
PURSUIT MODE
Activated with a button on the dash. This puts K.I.T.T. hot on the tail of whatever
Michael is chasing.
TURBO BOOST
A button on the dash. This enables K.I.T.T. to fly and, hopefully, crash through
something.
SCANNER
The red light in front of the car. K.I.T.T. can use this to x-ray anything within
a reasonable general vicinity. This light also is on whenever K.I.T.T. is in
Surveillance Mode, Automatic or Pursuit Mode.
INFRARAYS
Activated on vocal command, located somewhere under the hood. This allows K.I.T.T.
(via the monitor screens) to track any heat source, such as a vehicle's engines.
ASSORTED FUNCTIONS:
Grappling hook, outside the car, activated by voice command; Oxygen supply,
inside the car, activated by pressing buttons on the roof; Microwave Jammers,
activated on vocal command, located under the hood, used to unlock doors, knock
out security systems, telephone lines, etc.; Vital Sign Scanner, located under
the hood, used to check out blood pressure and heart rate, activated by voice
command or K.I.T.T. alone.
