Can you identify these metal rods?

On the Plus 2, it is the same purpose. It appears to be part labeled number 45.

Item Lotus # All +2 +2 FED +2S +2S FED +2S 130 RHD LHD Description Change Point
Notes
Bulletin Reference
036B1647 1 Wire - Private Lock to Lock LH From Chassis No. 0929
45 036B1648 1 Wire - Private Lock to Lock RH From Chassis No. 0929