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Derivative Financial Instruments and Risk Management (Details 4) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2015
Mar. 31, 2014
Designated Derivatives | Fair Value Hedges    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)    
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Designated Derivatives | Fair Value Hedges | Interest rate contracts | Financial Products | Other Income (Expense)    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)    
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Designated Derivatives | Cash Flow Hedges    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)    
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Designated Derivatives | Cash Flow Hedges | Foreign exchange contracts | Machinery, Energy & Transportation    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)    
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Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)    
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Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)    
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Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)    
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Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)    
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Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss)    
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