Be sure to check what type of transmission fluid you need-- the normally-aspirated cars have the 5 sp auto, the turbo still has the 4 sp (unless the car is an R model). The 5 sp needs JWS-3309 compliant fluid, which includes Toyota IV fluid, which is much cheaper. The stick is tiny and yellow and is...

I have had two no start other electrics working, both of which involved a breakage of the wire between the solenoid and the starter body. Check for 12V on the green thin wire while attempting to crank. If you have voltage, suspect the starter. In one case I was able to jumper the broken braided wire...

On my 2006, I needed a T-60 torx to take the tension off the belt. It is really tight quarters in there, so look for the shortest T-60 socket you can find, probably a 3/8" drive.