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Commitments and Contingent Liabilities Commitments and Contingent Liabilities (Environmental) (Narrative) (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2013
Environmental Remediation [Line Items] |
Accrual for environmental remediation activities | $ 436
Potential liability multiplier in excess of accrued amount | 3
Minimum [Member] |
Environmental Remediation [Line Items] |
Average time frame of disbursements of environmental site remediation | 15 years
Maximum [Member] |
Environmental Remediation [Line Items] |
Average time frame of disbursements of environmental site remediation | 20 years

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