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Asbestos-Related Liabilities (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2012
D
Jun. 30, 2012
Claims
Pending_Claims
Dec. 31, 2011
Liability for Asbestos and Environmental Claims [Abstract]      
Holding period for insulation operations (in days) 90    
Liability for asbestos and environmental claims net claims paid   $ 10  
Outstanding claims involving maritime workers (in pending claims)   3,100  
Inactive claims (in claims)   19,000  
Historical percentage of claims post 1964   one-quarter  
Accrued asbestos claims and related legal costs   239  
Unasserted claims $ 186    
Percentage of claims that do not specify damages     88.00%