Subsequent Event Subsequent Event (Details) (Subsequent Event [Member], USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Jun. 29, 2014
Subsequent Event [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Pension plan, estimated settlement charge	$ 9
Pension plan, settlement distributions if estimated acceptance rate met	$ 24

Pension Plan, Settlement Distributions If Estimated Acceptance Rate Met

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