Engine light will not clear

2001 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
140,000 MILES • 0.5L • AUTOMATIC
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MESSEY
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Had code read, said distributor cap and motor so had replaced light still on after battery disconnected for a while still on. Had it read for code again and still read same code?
Mar 18, 2019 at 2:26 PM
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Diagnostic fault codes never say to replace a part or that one is bad. There also are not any fault codes that refer to the distributor cap on those engines that still use them.

What we need to know first is the exact fault code number(s). Those will indicate the circuit or system that needs further diagnosis, or the unacceptable operating condition.

Here's the list of fault code definitions that can be set:

https://www.2carpros.com/trouble_codes/obd2

I can interpret them for you, then we can figure out where to start. Please be sure to list any other symptoms, along with the code numbers, in your reply.
Mar 18, 2019 at 3:37 PM
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