It could be that the distributor was not the problem. Need to know what the code is and what engine you have.
Possible bad crank sensor on the distributor, possible bad oil pressure swith.
No, it has coil packs, there is no distributor.
Yes, a 1997 Chevy Cavalier does have a distributor cap. The distributor does not have points and a condenser. This part is one electronic unit.
no
It is in the Distributor.
You must set the cam retard to plus or minus 2 degrees, or you have other problems.
need a picture
The 1997 S10 Blazer has an egr (Exhaust Gas Reclaimer) valve. It also does not have a point distributor, it is electronic.
distributor cap
Absolutely
That is the only electrical device that is in the distributor. Remove the distributor cap and rotor and you will see it.
Yes it does.