Overheating and check engine light is on?

Tiny
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  • 2019 FORD FIESTA
  • 1.6L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 70,555 MILES
Hi, I recently had a leak and ran hot. It was coming from the radiator. So, I got it replaced. Then the shop told me it was the water pump and got it replaced. Now the shop told me it might be a head gasket, but the car still runs fine until for about 15 miles then runs out of coolant, refill starts to boil but it's not leaking. No more A/C works heat works and check engine light cut on.
Monday, June 2nd, 2025 AT 7:53 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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When they did the water pump, did they replace the cooling system thermostat? If not, that is what I would do for the next step, at the same time I would do a chemical test for the cooling system. Here is the location for the thermostat and a guide to show you what needs to be done for the test.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/head-gasket-blown-test

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Monday, June 2nd, 2025 AT 5:04 PM
Tiny
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No they did not replace thermostat.
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Thursday, June 5th, 2025 AT 9:56 AM
Tiny
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That would be the first thing I do, along with a chemical test.
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Thursday, June 5th, 2025 AT 11:52 AM

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