Overheating and check engine light is on?

2019 FORD FIESTA
70,555 MILES • 1.6L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FAUSTIN360
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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.
Jun 2, 2025 at 7:53 AM
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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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Jun 2, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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FAUSTIN360
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No they did not replace thermostat.
Jun 5, 2025 at 9:56 AM
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That would be the first thing I do, along with a chemical test.
Jun 5, 2025 at 11:52 AM