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... when the defroster is on the a/c pump is working to pull condensation out of the air so the windshield clears quicker.... but im not even sure kia sportages do this.

Absolutely; but in the SPorty this is "hardwire" (in others it can be computer copntrolled) ...so I have removed the little switch inside the heater control (linked to the DEF position) so "I" decide when I want the A/C on...