BrianH

I have the right tool, from Toyota.
I have a belt wrench or whatever it's called that I've used with no success.

Evidently a Norse God tightened this thing or it's just a foolish design. I'm thinking the latter with what I've seen from searching. Only Toyota's done oil changes on this up until now (Warranty exp 8/1).
The filter housing has some wear from people having to muscle it off and the filter housing giving way.

I've searched, and there doesn't seem to be much hope on this front other than breaking the stupid thing and shelling out for a new one.

So, any suggestions on something to try before I give up?

Any suggestions on the best way to break it and get it off?

Skeeno

Check YouTube. There is a oil change for the xD video on there.

BrianH

Does it specifically address how to get a stuck and what seems to be somewhat stripped filter housing off? I've hunted around, haven't found much more than complaints and suggestions to muscle it off.

BrianH

Impact did what a breaker bar and swearing couldn't.

I wish this vehicle had conventional oil filters.

Skeeno

If the cartridge is damaged, it might be wise to buy a new one, but I have no idea what they cost.

BrianH

Yep, I'll have one for the next oil change. Getting the vehicle on the road was a bigger thing currently. You can pick them up on
PN#15620-37010

I wish I could find a metal one like you can find for the Tundra.