I had this problem too! It was the connectors on the fuel pump getting wet, the
rubber boot was shot. If you didn't know it, the fuel pump hangs under the
tank, between the tranny and frame beam, on the left side of the vehicle. So I
had to replace the connectors and the rubber boot (got it at the dealer). Be
sure to pack in some grease around the connectors when installing them. THis
will keep moisture and corrosion away.

PerL
87 Syncro 112i

"Krusinski, Kurt" wrote:

> I posted this problem before, but now I know the relevant environmental
> factor..
>
> If I drive my '87 Syncro through a fairly big puddle, the engine will quit
> in about 15 seconds.   It can restart immediately, but then again loses
> power within 30 seconds.  This continues until something dries out.
>
> I'm not submerging the van here, but this will happen if the underside gets
> a good soaking.   I took a look underneath to identify likely electrical
> culprits, but nothing was obvious.  Any guesses?
> Thanks
> Kurt
> kurt.krusinski@attws.com