Spin on oil filter cartridge torque?

I believe the "seated and then 3/4 turn" specification is what you'll find printed on the box, or the filter itself. There are choices in how to specify such things, and when they choose to give a start condition and turn angle, instead of one specific torque, then that's what you should consider to be the spec.

-Chap

 

Yes, of course. Toyota added this information to the Repair Manual (more info), under Engine/Hybrid System: 2ZR-FXE Lubrication: Oil and Oil Filter: Replacement, which now says, “for Oil Filter Sub-assembly Type”:

(4) Using SST [special service tool], tighten the oil filter sub-assembly.

SST: 09228-06502
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Depending on the work space available, choose from the following:

• If enough space is available, use a torque wrench to tighten the oil filter sub-assembly.

Torque:

17.5 N·m {178 kgf·cm, 13 ft·lbf}​

• If not enough space is available to use a torque wrench, tighten the oil filter sub-assembly 3/4 of a turn by hand or use a common wrench.

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(Emphasis in original.)

For the older “Oil Filter Element Kit Type” with the plastic cap assembly, the torque specification remains 25 N·m. The same SST is used for both types.

 

Huh, a little less than the old style, were only the filter element is changed, and the housing is permanent: 18 foot/pounds.

 

3/4 turn is good too. But using a torque wrench has always been simpler for me. good question btw.