How do I stop the MacBook Air trackpad from sticking?

I recently spiiled some syrup on the keyboard and trackpad of my MacBook Air. The keys seem to be sticking a little (they take make a different sound than before, and they take longer to pop back up when pressed), but the trackpad is completely stuck. I can still use it, but it doesn't make the same clicking sound, or pop back up when pressed. I can click something if I apply enough pressure, but I'd like to have it back to normal. Please help!

it's pretty much only a matter of time before your gear shorts out since that much spilled
it will be out of warranty work, but take it to apple or a repair shop you trust and have it repaired
or, if you're handy, find an ifixit teardown guide and try to clean/repair yourself

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