Hello guys, new member to this forum looking for knowledge wisdom on the X5-E53 series.

I have a 2001 E53, 156K and I'm noticing a strong fuel smell inside the cabin a couple of minutes after starting-driving the car. I had a check engine light code P0444 which prompted me to replace the Evap purge canister. I purchased one, installed it, and so far after 10 days of driving, the code hasn't returned, however, I'm still having a fuel smell inside the cabin.

Any idea what could be causing this? With it being a 2001, I'm sure the fuel pump under the seat probably needs to be replaced, and that's next on the list. You guys think Im moving in the right direction? Any insight would be helpful if anyone else has had the same problem

thanks