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Restructuring Restructuring Costs by Operating Segment (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
 3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2015
Dec. 31, 2015
Dec. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]        
Restructuring $ 108 $ 177 $ 140 $ 137
Electrical / Electronic Architecture        
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]        
Restructuring   37 57 28
Powertrain Systems        
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]        
Restructuring   115 55 53
Electronics And Safety        
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]        
Restructuring   $ 25 $ 28 $ 56