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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2017 | Sep. 30, 2016
Increase decrease in debt exchange [Line Items] |  |
Sale of premises and equipment | $ 1 | $ 2

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