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COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended 9 Months Ended
Jul. 31, 2013
Jul. 31, 2012
Jul. 31, 2013
Jul. 31, 2012
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES        
Historical claims rate, review period     5 years  
Unamortized extended warranty premiums (deferred revenue) $ 339 $ 268 $ 339 $ 268
Change in Warranty Liability and Unearned Premiums        
Beginning of period balance 1,152 943 1,025 892
Payments (193) (153) (516) (409)
Amortization of premiums received (29) (26) (86) (77)
Accruals for warranties 216 170 631 470
Premiums received 43 48 134 118
Foreign exchange (3) (13) (2) (25)
End of period balance $ 1,186 $ 969 $ 1,186 $ 969