Financing Receivables (Narrative) (Detail) $ in Millions	Sep. 30, 2016 USD ($)
Schedule of Financial Receivables [Line Items]
Lease investment with non-investment grade counterparties, gross	$ 436
Lease investment with non-investment grade counterparties, net of deferred taxes	$ (108)

Lease Investment With Non Investment Grade Counterparties Net Of Deferred Taxes

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