Loosen and remove the 9.5 mm Phillips head screw using a #1 sized Phillips head screwdriver.

Remove the belt clip.

Use a small bowl or a towel to keep the screws and other pieces of the measuring tape in one place so the hardware does not get lost.

Measuring tape screws can vary depending on the brand. Inspect the size and type of the screws to determine the size and type of screw driver needed.