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Guarantees, Commitments and Contingencies (Details) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)
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Financing instruments, insurance policies and payment obligations |
Guarantor Obligations [Line Items] |
Letters of credit | $ 9
Trade letters of credit and bankers' acceptances |
Guarantor Obligations [Line Items] |
Letters of credit | $ 4

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