PInch Sensor Replacement / Repair

[skymast]

2011 LX570. The 2 Pinch Sensors on the liftgate apparently need to be replaced. They line the left and right side of the liftgate. Part #s 84270-60042 and 84270-60022.

They are ~$599 EACH online. OUCH! Does anyone know if these can be repaired or simply removed to allow the liftgate to automatically close when you hit the button?
Thank you.

 

[OrchardGX470]

Bump, anyone figure out if you can disable the punch sensors?

 

[TeCKis300]

Bump, anyone figure out if you can disable the punch sensors?

Probably could. This diagnostic suggests you could just put a 1k ohm resister across the two terminals of the plug to simulate not pressed. Though I don't know if there is further logic to test for pressed when closed?