check for ground too at the bracket. the same wire also controls the cold advance. like AK said if you've got no power there check the temp sensor(by #8 cylinder) and see if you have power at all there. the sensor is just a on/off temp switch. bad spot for valve cover leaks though. oil + electrical connections = no connection. been there, dealt with that.
check to make sure the plunger can move, it may have jammed itself. it only moves a 1/4in or so.