Perry,
Cougar brochures prior to 2010 are no longer archived online... dunno why not... but I found the 2009 available elsewhere:
http://www.brownsrvsuperstore.com/br.../09_cougar.pdf
Brochure doesn't mention anything about a 16" tire option, BUT it 'does' list a 16” Spare as part of the Convenience Package. Go figure!
Sounds like the *tire assembly/placard guy* AND *proof-reader* were both asleep at the wheel... or the keyboard - whichever the case may be!
2008 Cougar brochure ...also no mention of 16" tires.
http://www.brownsrvsuperstore.com/br.../08_cougar.pdf
Welcome to the forum! Hope this helps,
Terri, the Chevy co-pilot & DH Kevin